Newell

COTTONWOOD CREEK· Albany, Wyoming· Built 1969· Earth· 31 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Newell is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 70.8% in WY)
Dam Length330 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage220 acre-ft
Normal Storage130 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)
NID IDWY00075

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: August 31, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

MERL & LOUISE ATKINSON REV TRUST ATTN: KENNETH ANDERSON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Newell?

Newell 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 Newell?

Newell is owned by MERL & LOUISE ATKINSON REV TRUST ATTN: KENNETH ANDERSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Newell built?

Newell was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Newell?

Newell 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 Newell?

Newell 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 Newell last inspected?

Newell was last inspected on August 31, 2021. 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.