Howell
Key Takeaway
Howell is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 32.5% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 1,220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 840 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 661 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 75 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,735 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2006 |
| NID ID | WY00718 |
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
CRAIG M. & JOLENE M. DEVERAUX
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Howell?
Howell 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 Howell?
Howell is owned by CRAIG M. & JOLENE M. DEVERAUX (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Howell built?
Howell was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Howell?
Howell serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Howell?
Howell has a dam height of 23 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 Howell last inspected?
Howell was last inspected on June 8, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.