Hardy-Bear Creek No. 3
Key Takeaway
Hardy-Bear Creek No. 3 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 39.5% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 142 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 737 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | WY02024 |
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
HARDY ENTERPRISES C/O EUGENE HARDY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hardy-Bear Creek No. 3?
Hardy-Bear Creek No. 3 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 Hardy-Bear Creek No. 3?
Hardy-Bear Creek No. 3 is owned by HARDY ENTERPRISES C/O EUGENE HARDY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hardy-Bear Creek No. 3 built?
Hardy-Bear Creek No. 3 was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Hardy-Bear Creek No. 3?
Hardy-Bear Creek No. 3 serves the following purposes: 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 Hardy-Bear Creek No. 3?
Hardy-Bear Creek No. 3 has a dam height of 25 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 Hardy-Bear Creek No. 3 last inspected?
Hardy-Bear Creek No. 3 was last inspected on May 4, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.