Fred Dilts No. 4

NORTH HORSESHOE CREEK· Converse, Wyoming· Built 1954· Earth· 26 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Fred Dilts No. 4 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 46.3% in WY)
Dam Length470 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage91 acre-ft
Normal Storage58 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1954 (72 years old)
NID IDWY00063

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 26, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

CHARLES M. CHRISTENSEN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fred Dilts No. 4?

Fred Dilts No. 4 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 Fred Dilts No. 4?

Fred Dilts No. 4 is owned by CHARLES M. CHRISTENSEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Fred Dilts No. 4 built?

Fred Dilts No. 4 was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Fred Dilts No. 4?

Fred Dilts No. 4 serves the following purposes: 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 Fred Dilts No. 4?

Fred Dilts No. 4 has a dam height of 26 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 Fred Dilts No. 4 last inspected?

Fred Dilts No. 4 was last inspected on June 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.