Pinto
Key Takeaway
Pinto is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 39.5% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 570 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00167 |
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
M J RANCHES, INC. C/O DONALD ROBBINS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pinto?
Pinto 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 Pinto?
Pinto is owned by M J RANCHES, INC. C/O DONALD ROBBINS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pinto built?
Pinto was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Pinto?
Pinto serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pinto?
Pinto has a dam height of 25 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 Pinto last inspected?
Pinto was last inspected on August 31, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.