Long Pond

BEAVER CREEK· Carbon, Wyoming· Built 1947· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Long Pond is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 19.5% in WY)
Dam Length425 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage130 acre-ft
Normal Storage55 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1947 (79 years old)
NID IDWY00401

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 26, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

SILVER SPUR RANCHES

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Long Pond?

Long Pond 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 Long Pond?

Long Pond is owned by SILVER SPUR RANCHES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Long Pond built?

Long Pond was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Long Pond?

Long Pond serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Long Pond?

Long Pond has a dam height of 19 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 Long Pond last inspected?

Long Pond was last inspected on July 26, 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.