Martin
Key Takeaway
Martin is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 50.7% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 905 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 131 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01210 |
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
UPDATED 2021 - LOWER RANCH, LLC c/o KIRBY BARKER 13887 STATE HWY 150 S
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Martin?
Martin 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 Martin?
Martin is owned by UPDATED 2021 - LOWER RANCH, LLC c/o KIRBY BARKER 13887 STATE HWY 150 S (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Martin built?
Martin was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Martin?
Martin serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Martin?
Martin has a dam height of 27 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 Martin last inspected?
Martin was last inspected on May 25, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.