Duck Pond No. 5
Key Takeaway
Duck Pond No. 5 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 6.2% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 2,558 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 159 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 413 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | WY02318 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LITTLE SNAKE RIVER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Duck Pond No. 5?
Duck Pond No. 5 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Duck Pond No. 5?
Duck Pond No. 5 is owned by LITTLE SNAKE RIVER CONSERVATION DISTRICT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Duck Pond No. 5 built?
Duck Pond No. 5 was completed in 2004, making it 22 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Duck Pond No. 5?
Duck Pond No. 5 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Duck Pond No. 5?
Duck Pond No. 5 has a dam height of 12 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Duck Pond No. 5 last inspected?
Duck Pond No. 5 was last inspected on June 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.