Leavitt
Key Takeaway
Leavitt is classified as high hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 91.2% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 923 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 643 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 49 acres |
| Drainage Area | 41 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01088 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DOUBLE DOC RANCH, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Leavitt?
Leavitt is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Leavitt?
Leavitt is owned by DOUBLE DOC RANCH, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Leavitt built?
Leavitt was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Leavitt?
Leavitt 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 Leavitt?
Leavitt has a dam height of 45 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 Leavitt last inspected?
Leavitt was last inspected on June 8, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.