Newcastle Wastewater Treatment (Cell 2)
Key Takeaway
Newcastle Wastewater Treatment (Cell 2) is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 10.6% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 5,320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 131 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 81 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | WY02244 |
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
CITY OF NEWCASTLE
Local Government
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Low Hazard 38 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Newcastle Wastewater Treatment (Cell 2)?
Newcastle Wastewater Treatment (Cell 2) 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 Newcastle Wastewater Treatment (Cell 2)?
Newcastle Wastewater Treatment (Cell 2) is owned by CITY OF NEWCASTLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Newcastle Wastewater Treatment (Cell 2) built?
Newcastle Wastewater Treatment (Cell 2) was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Newcastle Wastewater Treatment (Cell 2)?
Newcastle Wastewater Treatment (Cell 2) serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Newcastle Wastewater Treatment (Cell 2)?
Newcastle Wastewater Treatment (Cell 2) has a dam height of 15 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 Newcastle Wastewater Treatment (Cell 2) last inspected?
Newcastle Wastewater Treatment (Cell 2) was last inspected on May 23, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.