Fred
Key Takeaway
Fred is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.1% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 235 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01085 |
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
ELK VIEW LAND COMPANY LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fred?
Fred 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?
Fred is owned by ELK VIEW LAND COMPANY LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fred built?
Fred was completed in 1963, making it 63 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?
Fred 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?
Fred 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 Fred last inspected?
Fred was last inspected on August 24, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.