Enl. Dixon
Key Takeaway
Enl. Dixon is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 78.8% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 314 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 163 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,787 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2009 |
| NID ID | WY00512 |
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
USDI BLM
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Enl. Dixon?
Enl. Dixon 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 Enl. Dixon?
Enl. Dixon is owned by USDI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Enl. Dixon built?
Enl. Dixon was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Enl. Dixon?
Enl. Dixon serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, 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 Enl. Dixon?
Enl. Dixon has a dam height of 35 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 Enl. Dixon last inspected?
Enl. Dixon was last inspected on June 5, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.