Seepage
Key Takeaway
Seepage is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1914 and is 112 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 13.2% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1914 (112 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00345 |
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
WHEATLAND IRRIGATION DISTRICT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Seepage?
Seepage 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 Seepage?
Seepage is owned by WHEATLAND IRRIGATION DISTRICT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Seepage built?
Seepage was completed in 1914, making it 112 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 Seepage?
Seepage 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 Seepage?
Seepage has a dam height of 16 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 Seepage last inspected?
Seepage was last inspected on August 25, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.