Padlock Wastewater Recovery
Key Takeaway
Padlock Wastewater Recovery is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 83.1% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01795 |
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
PADLOCK RANCH (GREG BENZEL)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Padlock Wastewater Recovery?
Padlock Wastewater Recovery 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 Padlock Wastewater Recovery?
Padlock Wastewater Recovery is owned by PADLOCK RANCH (GREG BENZEL) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Padlock Wastewater Recovery built?
Padlock Wastewater Recovery was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Padlock Wastewater Recovery?
Padlock Wastewater Recovery 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 Padlock Wastewater Recovery?
Padlock Wastewater Recovery has a dam height of 37 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 Padlock Wastewater Recovery last inspected?
Padlock Wastewater Recovery was last inspected on May 9, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.