Phil

MABLES DRAW· Crook, Wyoming· Built 1968· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Phil is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 21.5% in WY)
Dam Length436 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage97 acre-ft
Normal Storage54 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDWY00569

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 26, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

PHILLIP J. KINTZ REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Phil?

Phil 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 Phil?

Phil is owned by PHILLIP J. KINTZ REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Phil built?

Phil was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Phil?

Phil 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 Phil?

Phil has a dam height of 20 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 Phil last inspected?

Phil was last inspected on June 26, 2020. 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.