Red Gulch Detention 1592 #5 Dam
Key Takeaway
Red Gulch Detention 1592 #5 Dam is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 755 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,270 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01472 |
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
DOI BLM
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Red Gulch Detention 1592 #5 Dam?
Red Gulch Detention 1592 #5 Dam 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 Red Gulch Detention 1592 #5 Dam?
Red Gulch Detention 1592 #5 Dam is owned by DOI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Red Gulch Detention 1592 #5 Dam built?
Red Gulch Detention 1592 #5 Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Red Gulch Detention 1592 #5 Dam?
Red Gulch Detention 1592 #5 Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Red Gulch Detention 1592 #5 Dam last inspected?
Red Gulch Detention 1592 #5 Dam was last inspected on June 26, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.