Red Spires Detention
Key Takeaway
Red Spires Detention is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 1,595 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3,700 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,333 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01413 |
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 Spires Detention?
Red Spires Detention 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 Spires Detention?
Red Spires Detention is owned by DOI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Red Spires Detention built?
Red Spires Detention was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Spires Detention?
Red Spires Detention serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Red Spires Detention last inspected?
Red Spires Detention was last inspected on August 3, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.