Ek Addition No. 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Ek Addition No. 1 Dam is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 790 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | WY02567 |
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
DOI BLM
Federal Government
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Ek Addition No. 1 Dam?
Ek Addition No. 1 Dam 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 Ek Addition No. 1 Dam?
Ek Addition No. 1 Dam is owned by DOI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ek Addition No. 1 Dam built?
Ek Addition No. 1 Dam 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 Ek Addition No. 1 Dam?
Ek Addition No. 1 Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Ek Addition No. 1 Dam last inspected?
Ek Addition No. 1 Dam was last inspected on July 19, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.