Geier Irrigation Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Geier Irrigation Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 84.6% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 885 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 587 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 386 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,478 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2010 |
| NID ID | WY02452 |
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
MARLIN GEIER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Geier Irrigation Reservoir?
Geier Irrigation Reservoir 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 Geier Irrigation Reservoir?
Geier Irrigation Reservoir is owned by MARLIN GEIER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Geier Irrigation Reservoir built?
Geier Irrigation Reservoir was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 Geier Irrigation Reservoir?
Geier Irrigation Reservoir 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 Geier Irrigation Reservoir?
Geier Irrigation Reservoir has a dam height of 38 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 Geier Irrigation Reservoir last inspected?
Geier Irrigation Reservoir was last inspected on June 26, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.