Lake Cameahwait
Key Takeaway
Lake Cameahwait is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 7.6% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 414 acres |
| Max Discharge | 20,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01302 |
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
RECLAMATION
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake Cameahwait?
Lake Cameahwait 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 Lake Cameahwait?
Lake Cameahwait is owned by RECLAMATION (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Cameahwait built?
Lake Cameahwait was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Lake Cameahwait?
Lake Cameahwait serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Cameahwait?
Lake Cameahwait has a dam height of 13 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.