Macumba Stockwater

HOUSTON CREEK· Crook, Wyoming· Built 1964· Earth· 19 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Macumba Stockwater is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 19.5% in WY)
Dam Length430 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage120 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDWY01093

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 20, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

CROELL RANCHES LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Macumba Stockwater?

Macumba Stockwater 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 Macumba Stockwater?

Macumba Stockwater is owned by CROELL RANCHES LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Macumba Stockwater built?

Macumba Stockwater was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Macumba Stockwater?

Macumba Stockwater 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 Macumba Stockwater?

Macumba Stockwater 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 Macumba Stockwater last inspected?

Macumba Stockwater was last inspected on September 20, 2022. 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.