Kemp Creek
Key Takeaway
Kemp Creek is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 46.3% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 690 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,181 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | WY02443 |
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
S.K. JOHNSTON, JR.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kemp Creek?
Kemp Creek 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 Kemp Creek?
Kemp Creek is owned by S.K. JOHNSTON, JR. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kemp Creek built?
Kemp Creek was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Kemp Creek?
Kemp Creek 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 Kemp Creek?
Kemp Creek 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 Kemp Creek last inspected?
Kemp Creek was last inspected on September 9, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.