Seaverson

MCPHAIL CREEK· Carbon, Wyoming· Built 1944· Earth· 33 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Seaverson is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1944 and is 82 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 75.3% in WY)
Dam Length525 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage125 acre-ft
Normal Storage84 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1944 (82 years old)
NID IDWY00400

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 26, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

T.A. RANCH (CLAY HUMPHRIES)

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Seaverson?

Seaverson 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 Seaverson?

Seaverson is owned by T.A. RANCH (CLAY HUMPHRIES) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Seaverson built?

Seaverson was completed in 1944, making it 82 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 Seaverson?

Seaverson serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Seaverson?

Seaverson has a dam height of 33 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 Seaverson last inspected?

Seaverson was last inspected on May 26, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.