Low
Key Takeaway
Low is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 21.5% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 272 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 168 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,332 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00399 |
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
KELLEY CATTLE COMPANY, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Low?
Low 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 Low?
Low is owned by KELLEY CATTLE COMPANY, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Low built?
Low was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Low?
Low serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Low?
Low has a dam height of 20 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 Low last inspected?
Low was last inspected on May 13, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.