Ewen
Key Takeaway
Ewen is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 86.7% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 235 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 184 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 132 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01157 |
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
HORSE CREEK PROPERITES LLC (LESSEE)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ewen?
Ewen 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 Ewen?
Ewen is owned by HORSE CREEK PROPERITES LLC (LESSEE) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ewen built?
Ewen was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Ewen?
Ewen serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ewen?
Ewen has a dam height of 40 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 Ewen last inspected?
Ewen was last inspected on July 20, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.