Pence
Key Takeaway
Pence is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 55% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 925 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 257 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 154 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00574 |
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
KEVIN O. LONG
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pence?
Pence 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 Pence?
Pence is owned by KEVIN O. LONG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pence built?
Pence was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Pence?
Pence serves the following purposes: 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 Pence?
Pence has a dam height of 28 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 Pence last inspected?
Pence was last inspected on June 25, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.