Glen Means
Key Takeaway
Glen Means is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 55% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | WY02065 |
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
ROBINSON CANYON RANCH LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Glen Means?
Glen Means 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 Glen Means?
Glen Means is owned by ROBINSON CANYON RANCH LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Glen Means built?
Glen Means was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Glen Means?
Glen Means 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 Glen Means?
Glen Means has a dam height of 28 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 Glen Means last inspected?
Glen Means was last inspected on June 6, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.