Rate & Huson
Key Takeaway
Rate & Huson is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 28.8% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1910 (116 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00634 |
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
FADDIS - KENNEDY CATTLE COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rate & Huson?
Rate & Huson 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 Rate & Huson?
Rate & Huson is owned by FADDIS - KENNEDY CATTLE COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rate & Huson built?
Rate & Huson was completed in 1910, making it 116 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 Rate & Huson?
Rate & Huson 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 Rate & Huson?
Rate & Huson has a dam height of 22 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 Rate & Huson last inspected?
Rate & Huson was last inspected on April 1, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.