Seaverson
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 Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1944 (82 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00400 |
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
T.A. RANCH (CLAY HUMPHRIES)
Private
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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.