Leck Mayes

LECK MAYES DRAW· Big Horn, Wyoming· Built 1992· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond State Government

Key Takeaway

Leck Mayes is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 0.8% in WY)
Dam Length3,050 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage166 acre-ft
Normal Storage83 acre-ft
Surface Area40 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge30 cfs
Year Completed1992 (34 years old)
NID IDWY02031

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: July 12, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

WYOMING GAME AND FISH COMMISSION

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Leck Mayes?

Leck Mayes 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 Leck Mayes?

Leck Mayes is owned by WYOMING GAME AND FISH COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Leck Mayes built?

Leck Mayes was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Leck Mayes?

Leck Mayes serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Leck Mayes?

Leck Mayes has a dam height of 8 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 Leck Mayes last inspected?

Leck Mayes was last inspected on July 12, 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.