Floyd
Key Takeaway
Floyd is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 39.5% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 1,063 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,480 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2008 |
| NID ID | WY02478 |
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
FLOYD LAND & LIVESTOCK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Floyd?
Floyd 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 Floyd?
Floyd is owned by FLOYD LAND & LIVESTOCK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Floyd built?
Floyd was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Floyd?
Floyd serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Floyd?
Floyd has a dam height of 25 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 Floyd last inspected?
Floyd was last inspected on July 11, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.