Kearney Lake
Key Takeaway
Kearney Lake is classified as high hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 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 | 67 ft (taller than 96.6% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 1,032 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 7.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 193 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00460 |
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
KEARNEY LAKE LAND & RES. CO.-JOHN KOLTISKA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kearney Lake?
Kearney Lake 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 Kearney Lake?
Kearney Lake is owned by KEARNEY LAKE LAND & RES. CO.-JOHN KOLTISKA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kearney Lake built?
Kearney Lake was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Kearney Lake?
Kearney Lake 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 Kearney Lake?
Kearney Lake has a dam height of 67 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 Kearney Lake last inspected?
Kearney Lake was last inspected on August 2, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.