Little Rawhide Creek Sediment
Key Takeaway
Little Rawhide Creek Sediment is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 55% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,560 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | WY02027 |
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
PEABODY CABALLO MINING, LLC
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Little Rawhide Creek Sediment?
Little Rawhide Creek Sediment 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 Little Rawhide Creek Sediment?
Little Rawhide Creek Sediment is owned by PEABODY CABALLO MINING, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Rawhide Creek Sediment built?
Little Rawhide Creek Sediment 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 Little Rawhide Creek Sediment?
Little Rawhide Creek Sediment serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Little Rawhide Creek Sediment?
Little Rawhide Creek Sediment has a dam height of 28 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 Little Rawhide Creek Sediment last inspected?
Little Rawhide Creek Sediment was last inspected on June 8, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.