Ketelsen #9-219-2

LITTLE RAT CR OR DOTTIE MAE DR· Converse, Wyoming· Built 1987· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Other Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Ketelsen #9-219-2 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 32.5% in WY)
Dam Length660 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage99 acre-ft
Normal Storage44 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge981 cfs
Year Completed1987 (39 years old)
NID IDWY01725

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 8, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

USDA FOREST SERVICE

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ketelsen #9-219-2?

Ketelsen #9-219-2 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 Ketelsen #9-219-2?

Ketelsen #9-219-2 is owned by USDA FOREST SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ketelsen #9-219-2 built?

Ketelsen #9-219-2 was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Ketelsen #9-219-2?

Ketelsen #9-219-2 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Ketelsen #9-219-2?

Ketelsen #9-219-2 has a dam height of 23 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 Ketelsen #9-219-2 last inspected?

Ketelsen #9-219-2 was last inspected on June 8, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.