Garnett
Key Takeaway
Garnett is classified as significant hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1944 and is 82 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.1% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 430 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 133 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1944 (82 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01103 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
POWERS FAMILY TRUST, GENE A. AND LOUISE S. POWERS TRUSTEES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Garnett?
Garnett is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Garnett?
Garnett is owned by POWERS FAMILY TRUST, GENE A. AND LOUISE S. POWERS TRUSTEES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Garnett built?
Garnett was completed in 1944, making it 82 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 Garnett?
Garnett serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Garnett?
Garnett 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 Garnett last inspected?
Garnett was last inspected on May 11, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.