Lady Emma
Key Takeaway
Lady Emma is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1917 and is 109 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 32.5% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 465 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 906 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1917 (109 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01733 |
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
CIRCLE BAR RANCH, ATTN: LOIS BLASBERG
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lady Emma?
Lady Emma 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 Lady Emma?
Lady Emma is owned by CIRCLE BAR RANCH, ATTN: LOIS BLASBERG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lady Emma built?
Lady Emma was completed in 1917, making it 109 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 Lady Emma?
Lady Emma 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 Lady Emma?
Lady Emma 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 Lady Emma last inspected?
Lady Emma was last inspected on October 5, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.