Enlargement of Worthen Meadows
Key Takeaway
Enlargement of Worthen Meadows is classified as high hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 46 ft (taller than 92.2% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 92 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,972 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1990 |
| NID ID | WY01058 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF LANDER
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Enlargement of Worthen Meadows?
Enlargement of Worthen Meadows is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Enlargement of Worthen Meadows?
Enlargement of Worthen Meadows is owned by CITY OF LANDER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Enlargement of Worthen Meadows built?
Enlargement of Worthen Meadows was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Enlargement of Worthen Meadows?
Enlargement of Worthen Meadows serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Enlargement of Worthen Meadows?
Enlargement of Worthen Meadows has a dam height of 46 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 Enlargement of Worthen Meadows last inspected?
Enlargement of Worthen Meadows was last inspected on July 21, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.