Lee Mankin

NORTH FORK OF DEAD HORSE CREEK· Campbell, Wyoming· Built 1956· Earth· 29 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Lee Mankin is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 59.6% in WY)
Dam Length404 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage155 acre-ft
Normal Storage93 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1956 (70 years old)
NID IDWY00482

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: September 28, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

JOHN WILLIAM MANKIN REV. TRUST

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lee Mankin?

Lee Mankin 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 Lee Mankin?

Lee Mankin is owned by JOHN WILLIAM MANKIN REV. TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lee Mankin built?

Lee Mankin 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 Lee Mankin?

Lee Mankin serves the following purposes: 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 Lee Mankin?

Lee Mankin has a dam height of 29 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 Lee Mankin last inspected?

Lee Mankin was last inspected on September 28, 2023. 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.