New Haven Lake

TL DRAW· Crook, Wyoming· Built 2013· Earth· 31 ft tall

Key Takeaway

New Haven Lake is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 2013 and is 13 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 70.8% in WY)
Dam Length365 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage145 acre-ft
Normal Storage83 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed2013 (13 years old)
Year Modified2013
NID IDWY02520

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: June 3, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

NICHOLAS EDWARD BOHL

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of New Haven Lake?

New Haven Lake 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 New Haven Lake?

New Haven Lake is owned by NICHOLAS EDWARD BOHL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was New Haven Lake built?

New Haven Lake was completed in 2013, making it 13 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 New Haven Lake?

New Haven Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, 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 New Haven Lake?

New Haven Lake has a dam height of 31 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 New Haven Lake last inspected?

New Haven Lake was last inspected on June 3, 2022. 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.