Enl. Perry
Key Takeaway
Enl. Perry is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 59.6% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 675 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 339 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 246 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,592 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | WY02379 |
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
WYOMA J. SAMPSON TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Enl. Perry?
Enl. Perry 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. Perry?
Enl. Perry is owned by WYOMA J. SAMPSON TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Enl. Perry built?
Enl. Perry was completed in 2007, making it 19 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. Perry?
Enl. Perry serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Enl. Perry?
Enl. Perry has a dam height of 29 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. Perry last inspected?
Enl. Perry was last inspected on April 1, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.