Rawlins Wastewater Treatment Plant (S 1)

SUGAR CREEK, TRIB NORTH PLATTE· Carbon, Wyoming· Built 1978· Earth· 5 ft tall
Significant Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Rawlins Wastewater Treatment Plant (S 1) is classified as significant hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 5 ft
Dam Length6,850 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage0 acre-ft
Normal Storage178 acre-ft
Surface Area140 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)
NID IDWY02255

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 17, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

CITY OF RAWLINS (DANNY RODRIGUEZ)

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rawlins Wastewater Treatment Plant (S 1)?

Rawlins Wastewater Treatment Plant (S 1) is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Rawlins Wastewater Treatment Plant (S 1)?

Rawlins Wastewater Treatment Plant (S 1) is owned by CITY OF RAWLINS (DANNY RODRIGUEZ) (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rawlins Wastewater Treatment Plant (S 1) built?

Rawlins Wastewater Treatment Plant (S 1) was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Rawlins Wastewater Treatment Plant (S 1)?

Rawlins Wastewater Treatment Plant (S 1) serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Rawlins Wastewater Treatment Plant (S 1)?

Rawlins Wastewater Treatment Plant (S 1) has a dam height of 5 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 Rawlins Wastewater Treatment Plant (S 1) last inspected?

Rawlins Wastewater Treatment Plant (S 1) was last inspected on May 17, 2022. 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.