Morrison Fish

PINEY CREEK· Platte, Wyoming· Built 1973· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Morrison Fish is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 46.3% in WY)
Dam Length390 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage83 acre-ft
Normal Storage48 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1973 (53 years old)
NID IDWY01768

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 17, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

FONAY LAND CO

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Morrison Fish?

Morrison Fish 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 Morrison Fish?

Morrison Fish is owned by FONAY LAND CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Morrison Fish built?

Morrison Fish was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Morrison Fish?

Morrison Fish serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Morrison Fish?

Morrison Fish has a dam height of 26 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 Morrison Fish last inspected?

Morrison Fish was last inspected on October 17, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.