Maxwell
Key Takeaway
Maxwell is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1901 and is 125 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.1% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1901 (125 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00702 |
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
DAVID T. CLAREDON TRUST, DAVID T. CLAREDON, TRUSTEE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Maxwell?
Maxwell 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 Maxwell?
Maxwell is owned by DAVID T. CLAREDON TRUST, DAVID T. CLAREDON, TRUSTEE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Maxwell built?
Maxwell was completed in 1901, making it 125 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 Maxwell?
Maxwell 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 Maxwell?
Maxwell has a dam height of 30 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 Maxwell last inspected?
Maxwell was last inspected on June 23, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.