Harrington
Key Takeaway
Harrington is classified as significant hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 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 | 1,817 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 185 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 368 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1993 |
| NID ID | WY01164 |
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
KOHNS RANCH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harrington?
Harrington 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 Harrington?
Harrington is owned by KOHNS RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harrington built?
Harrington was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Harrington?
Harrington 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 Harrington?
Harrington 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 Harrington last inspected?
Harrington was last inspected on May 12, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.