Hillside Pond
Key Takeaway
Hillside Pond is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 2018 and is 8 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 86.7% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 2018 (8 years old) |
| NID ID | WY02600 |
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
SPEARHEAD LAND & LIVESTOCK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hillside Pond?
Hillside Pond 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 Hillside Pond?
Hillside Pond is owned by SPEARHEAD LAND & LIVESTOCK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hillside Pond built?
Hillside Pond was completed in 2018, making it 8 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 Hillside Pond?
Hillside Pond serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hillside Pond?
Hillside Pond has a dam height of 40 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 Hillside Pond last inspected?
Hillside Pond was last inspected on May 13, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.