Pork Puddle

PORK PUDDLE DRAW· Laramie, Wyoming· Built 1992· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Other Private

Key Takeaway

Pork Puddle is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 39.5% in WY)
Dam Length1,220 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage136 acre-ft
Normal Storage109 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1992 (34 years old)
NID IDWY02007

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 30, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

CHAMP, LLC. (HORMEL FOOD CORP)

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pork Puddle?

Pork Puddle 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 Pork Puddle?

Pork Puddle is owned by CHAMP, LLC. (HORMEL FOOD CORP) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pork Puddle built?

Pork Puddle was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Pork Puddle?

Pork Puddle serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Pork Puddle?

Pork Puddle 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 Pork Puddle last inspected?

Pork Puddle was last inspected on June 30, 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.