Keaton Fs 9-249-13
Key Takeaway
Keaton Fs 9-249-13 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 46.3% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 689 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01279 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Keaton Fs 9-249-13?
Keaton Fs 9-249-13 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 Keaton Fs 9-249-13?
Keaton Fs 9-249-13 is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Keaton Fs 9-249-13 built?
Keaton Fs 9-249-13 was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Keaton Fs 9-249-13?
Keaton Fs 9-249-13 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Keaton Fs 9-249-13?
Keaton Fs 9-249-13 has a dam height of 26 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 Keaton Fs 9-249-13 last inspected?
Keaton Fs 9-249-13 was last inspected on May 12, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.