Mbpp Ash Pond
Key Takeaway
Mbpp Ash Pond is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 39.5% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 2,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 105 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2023 |
| NID ID | WY01752 |
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
BASIN ELECTRIC POWER COOPERATIVE
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Mbpp Ash Pond?
Mbpp Ash 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 Mbpp Ash Pond?
Mbpp Ash Pond is owned by BASIN ELECTRIC POWER COOPERATIVE (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mbpp Ash Pond built?
Mbpp Ash Pond was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Mbpp Ash Pond?
Mbpp Ash Pond serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mbpp Ash Pond?
Mbpp Ash Pond has a dam height of 25 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 Mbpp Ash Pond last inspected?
Mbpp Ash Pond was last inspected on May 1, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.