Mcfarland No. 3
Key Takeaway
Mcfarland No. 3 is classified as significant hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1911 and is 115 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 26.6% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 463 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,870 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1911 (115 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1990 |
| NID ID | WY01758 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BOB INGRAM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcfarland No. 3?
Mcfarland No. 3 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Mcfarland No. 3?
Mcfarland No. 3 is owned by BOB INGRAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcfarland No. 3 built?
Mcfarland No. 3 was completed in 1911, making it 115 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 Mcfarland No. 3?
Mcfarland No. 3 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Mcfarland No. 3?
Mcfarland No. 3 has a dam height of 21 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 Mcfarland No. 3 last inspected?
Mcfarland No. 3 was last inspected on August 8, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.