Kajan Diversion
Key Takeaway
Kajan Diversion is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 19.5% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 3,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 694 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 102 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00589 |
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
JOHN R. PIERCE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kajan Diversion?
Kajan Diversion 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 Kajan Diversion?
Kajan Diversion is owned by JOHN R. PIERCE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kajan Diversion built?
Kajan Diversion was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Kajan Diversion?
Kajan Diversion 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 Kajan Diversion?
Kajan Diversion has a dam height of 19 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 Kajan Diversion last inspected?
Kajan Diversion was last inspected on June 23, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.