Lachapelle Enl. of Ben Res.
Key Takeaway
Lachapelle Enl. of Ben Res. is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 77.4% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 1,020 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 303 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | WY02120 |
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
BROADBENT LAND & RESOURCES LLC
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lachapelle Enl. of Ben Res.?
Lachapelle Enl. of Ben Res. 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 Lachapelle Enl. of Ben Res.?
Lachapelle Enl. of Ben Res. is owned by BROADBENT LAND & RESOURCES LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lachapelle Enl. of Ben Res. built?
Lachapelle Enl. of Ben Res. was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Lachapelle Enl. of Ben Res.?
Lachapelle Enl. of Ben Res. serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lachapelle Enl. of Ben Res.?
Lachapelle Enl. of Ben Res. has a dam height of 34 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 Lachapelle Enl. of Ben Res. last inspected?
Lachapelle Enl. of Ben Res. was last inspected on July 24, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.