Richey
Key Takeaway
Richey is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1917 and is 109 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 39.5% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 843 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 194 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1917 (109 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01229 |
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
JULIAN LAND & LIVESTOCK (T. JULIAN)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Richey?
Richey 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 Richey?
Richey is owned by JULIAN LAND & LIVESTOCK (T. JULIAN) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Richey built?
Richey was completed in 1917, making it 109 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 Richey?
Richey 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 Richey?
Richey has a dam height of 25 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 Richey last inspected?
Richey was last inspected on July 19, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.