E. E. Wakeman

NECOLEN CREEK· Crook, Wyoming· Built 1962· Earth· 17 ft tall

Key Takeaway

E. E. Wakeman is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 15% in WY)
Dam Length683 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage250 acre-ft
Normal Storage118 acre-ft
Surface Area21 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDWY01075

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 16, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

SEAN AND KELLIE CARROLL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of E. E. Wakeman?

E. E. Wakeman 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 E. E. Wakeman?

E. E. Wakeman is owned by SEAN AND KELLIE CARROLL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was E. E. Wakeman built?

E. E. Wakeman was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 E. E. Wakeman?

E. E. Wakeman serves the following purposes: 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 E. E. Wakeman?

E. E. Wakeman has a dam height of 17 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 E. E. Wakeman last inspected?

E. E. Wakeman was last inspected on August 16, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.