High Savery
Key Takeaway
High Savery is classified as high hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 140 ft (taller than 99.1% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 1,150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 30.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 482 acres |
| Drainage Area | 108 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 34,025 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | WY02304 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
STATE OF WYO. - WATER DEVELOPMENT COMM.
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of High Savery?
High Savery is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates High Savery?
High Savery is owned by STATE OF WYO. - WATER DEVELOPMENT COMM. (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was High Savery built?
High Savery was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 High Savery?
High Savery serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is High Savery?
High Savery has a dam height of 140 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 High Savery last inspected?
High Savery was last inspected on August 6, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.