Eisele-Rice
Key Takeaway
Eisele-Rice is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 39.5% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 255 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01627 |
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
CLEARWATER LAND AND MINERALS, LLC C/O WWLLP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Eisele-Rice?
Eisele-Rice 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 Eisele-Rice?
Eisele-Rice is owned by CLEARWATER LAND AND MINERALS, LLC C/O WWLLP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eisele-Rice built?
Eisele-Rice was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Eisele-Rice?
Eisele-Rice serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Irrigation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Eisele-Rice?
Eisele-Rice 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 Eisele-Rice last inspected?
Eisele-Rice was last inspected on September 12, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.