Moncreiffe
Key Takeaway
Moncreiffe is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 21.5% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 469 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00672 |
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
S.K. JOHNSTON, JR.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Moncreiffe?
Moncreiffe 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 Moncreiffe?
Moncreiffe is owned by S.K. JOHNSTON, JR. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Moncreiffe built?
Moncreiffe was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Moncreiffe?
Moncreiffe serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Moncreiffe?
Moncreiffe has a dam height of 20 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 Moncreiffe last inspected?
Moncreiffe was last inspected on September 9, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.