East Side No. 3
Key Takeaway
East Side No. 3 is classified as significant hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 39.5% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 725 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,462 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00193 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LAPRELE IRRIGATION DISTRICT
Private
Nearby Dams
East Side No. 2
Converse, WY
Low Hazard 29 ftNichols No. 2
Converse, WY
Low Hazard 25 ftWarner No. 1
Converse, WY
Low Hazard 17 ftWarner No. 2
Converse, WY
Low Hazard 23 ftDouglas Fishing Lake No. 1
Converse, WY
Significant Hazard 28 ftBoerner
Converse, WY
Low Hazard 26 ftBusch
Converse, WY
Low Hazard 29 ftChalk Buttes
Converse, WY
Low Hazard 19 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of East Side No. 3?
East Side No. 3 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates East Side No. 3?
East Side No. 3 is owned by LAPRELE IRRIGATION DISTRICT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was East Side No. 3 built?
East Side No. 3 was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 East Side No. 3?
East Side No. 3 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is East Side No. 3?
East Side No. 3 has a dam height of 25 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 East Side No. 3 last inspected?
East Side No. 3 was last inspected on April 8, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.