Reynolds Clear Creek Diversion
Key Takeaway
Reynolds Clear Creek Diversion is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 15% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 285 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01830 |
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
WYOMING WATER DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Reynolds Clear Creek Diversion?
Reynolds Clear Creek Diversion 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 Reynolds Clear Creek Diversion?
Reynolds Clear Creek Diversion is owned by WYOMING WATER DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Reynolds Clear Creek Diversion built?
Reynolds Clear Creek Diversion was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Reynolds Clear Creek Diversion?
Reynolds Clear Creek Diversion serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Reynolds Clear Creek Diversion?
Reynolds Clear Creek Diversion has a dam height of 17 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 Reynolds Clear Creek Diversion last inspected?
Reynolds Clear Creek Diversion was last inspected on August 11, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.