Green Cabin

GREEN CABIN DRAW· Sheridan, Wyoming· Built 1969· Earth· 30 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Green Cabin is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 63.1% in WY)
Dam Length320 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage89 acre-ft
Normal Storage52 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)
NID IDWY00627

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: April 21, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

EZ LAND, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Green Cabin?

Green Cabin 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 Green Cabin?

Green Cabin is owned by EZ LAND, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Green Cabin built?

Green Cabin was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Green Cabin?

Green Cabin 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 Green Cabin?

Green Cabin 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 Green Cabin last inspected?

Green Cabin was last inspected on April 21, 2022. 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.