Enl. Windy Point
Key Takeaway
Enl. Windy Point is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.1% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 210 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| NID ID | WY02584 |
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. Windy Point?
Enl. Windy Point 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. Windy Point?
Enl. Windy Point is owned by USDI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Enl. Windy Point?
Enl. Windy Point serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Enl. Windy Point?
Enl. Windy Point has a dam height of 30 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. Windy Point last inspected?
Enl. Windy Point was last inspected on August 18, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.