Purdy
Key Takeaway
Purdy is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.1% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 766 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 424 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 53 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1993 |
| NID ID | WY00754 |
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
ROBINSON CANYON RANCH, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Purdy?
Purdy 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 Purdy?
Purdy is owned by ROBINSON CANYON RANCH, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Purdy built?
Purdy was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Purdy?
Purdy 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 Purdy?
Purdy has a dam height of 30 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 Purdy last inspected?
Purdy was last inspected on August 18, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.