Killdeer Wetland Pond
Key Takeaway
Killdeer Wetland Pond is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 4.8% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 371 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 151 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 44 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | WY02233 |
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
CITY OF GREEN RIVER
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Killdeer Wetland Pond?
Killdeer Wetland Pond 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 Killdeer Wetland Pond?
Killdeer Wetland Pond is owned by CITY OF GREEN RIVER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Killdeer Wetland Pond built?
Killdeer Wetland Pond was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Killdeer Wetland Pond?
Killdeer Wetland Pond serves the following purposes: 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 Killdeer Wetland Pond?
Killdeer Wetland Pond has a dam height of 11 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 Killdeer Wetland Pond last inspected?
Killdeer Wetland Pond was last inspected on June 28, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.