Joe
Key Takeaway
Joe is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 50.7% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 255 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00516 |
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
DAVE FRALEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Joe?
Joe 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 Joe?
Joe is owned by DAVE FRALEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Joe built?
Joe was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Joe?
Joe serves the following purposes: 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 Joe?
Joe has a dam height of 27 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 Joe last inspected?
Joe was last inspected on May 14, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.