Duncan
Key Takeaway
Duncan is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 75.3% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1939 (87 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00666 |
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
MEADE CREEK ACQUISITION, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Duncan?
Duncan 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 Duncan?
Duncan is owned by MEADE CREEK ACQUISITION, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Duncan built?
Duncan was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Duncan?
Duncan serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Duncan?
Duncan has a dam height of 33 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 Duncan last inspected?
Duncan was last inspected on June 29, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.