Neil
Key Takeaway
Neil is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 73% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 428 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,192 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| NID ID | WY02456 |
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
V BAR F CATTLE COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Neil?
Neil 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 Neil?
Neil is owned by V BAR F CATTLE COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Neil built?
Neil was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 Neil?
Neil 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 Neil?
Neil has a dam height of 32 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 Neil last inspected?
Neil was last inspected on August 10, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.