Lace

COAL BANK CREEK· Albany, Wyoming· Built 1951· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Lace is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 10.6% in WY)
Dam Length285 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage260 acre-ft
Normal Storage143 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge2,057 cfs
Year Completed1951 (75 years old)
NID IDWY00336

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: August 25, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

DUNMIRE RANCH CO. (MAX KROEGER)

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lace?

Lace 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 Lace?

Lace is owned by DUNMIRE RANCH CO. (MAX KROEGER) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lace built?

Lace was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Lace?

Lace serves the following purposes: 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 Lace?

Lace has a dam height of 15 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 Lace last inspected?

Lace was last inspected on August 25, 2022. 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.