Little Robber Det. Dam X
Key Takeaway
Little Robber Det. Dam X is classified as high hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is debris control. 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 Length | 765 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 402 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 37 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2012 |
| NID ID | WY01475 |
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
DOI BLM
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Little Robber Det. Dam X?
Little Robber Det. Dam X 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 Little Robber Det. Dam X?
Little Robber Det. Dam X is owned by DOI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Robber Det. Dam X built?
Little Robber Det. Dam X was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Robber Det. Dam X?
Little Robber Det. Dam X serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Little Robber Det. Dam X last inspected?
Little Robber Det. Dam X was last inspected on August 4, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.