Havens

HAVENS CREEK· Crook, Wyoming· Built 1906· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Havens is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1906 and is 120 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 13.2% in WY)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage260 acre-ft
Normal Storage212 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1906 (120 years old)
NID IDWY00877

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: May 24, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

BEN N. & LORI L. GARMEN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Havens?

Havens 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 Havens?

Havens is owned by BEN N. & LORI L. GARMEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Havens built?

Havens was completed in 1906, making it 120 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 Havens?

Havens 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 Havens?

Havens has a dam height of 16 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 Havens last inspected?

Havens was last inspected on May 24, 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.