Rawhide Mine Main
Key Takeaway
Rawhide Mine Main is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 55% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 1,640 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 163 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01369 |
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
PEABODY CABALLO MINING LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rawhide Mine Main?
Rawhide Mine Main 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 Rawhide Mine Main?
Rawhide Mine Main is owned by PEABODY CABALLO MINING LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rawhide Mine Main built?
Rawhide Mine Main was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Rawhide Mine Main?
Rawhide Mine Main serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rawhide Mine Main?
Rawhide Mine Main has a dam height of 28 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 Rawhide Mine Main last inspected?
Rawhide Mine Main was last inspected on September 4, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.