Reynolds Piney Creek Diversion Dam
Key Takeaway
Reynolds Piney Creek Diversion Dam is classified as significant hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 28.8% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 1,850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,817 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00461 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
SOUTH LODGE TRAIL HOA C/O DENNIS LAWRENCE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Reynolds Piney Creek Diversion Dam?
Reynolds Piney Creek Diversion Dam 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 Reynolds Piney Creek Diversion Dam?
Reynolds Piney Creek Diversion Dam is owned by SOUTH LODGE TRAIL HOA C/O DENNIS LAWRENCE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Reynolds Piney Creek Diversion Dam built?
Reynolds Piney Creek Diversion Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Piney Creek Diversion Dam?
Reynolds Piney Creek Diversion Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Reynolds Piney Creek Diversion Dam?
Reynolds Piney Creek Diversion Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Piney Creek Diversion Dam last inspected?
Reynolds Piney Creek Diversion Dam was last inspected on April 23, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.