Seminoe

NORTH PLATTE RIVER· Carbon, Wyoming· Built 1938· Concrete· 295 ft tall
High Hazard Hydroelectric Irrigation Recreation Federal Government

Physical Details

Dam Height 295 ft (taller than 99.9% in WY)
Dam Length530 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage1.0M acre-ft
Normal Storage1.0M acre-ft
Surface Area20,291 acres
Drainage Area7,210 sq mi
Max Discharge48,500 cfs
Year Completed1938 (88 years old)
NID IDWY01297

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: June 16, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

RECLAMATION

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Seminoe?

Seminoe is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Who owns Seminoe?

Seminoe is owned by RECLAMATION (Federal Government).

When was Seminoe last inspected?

Seminoe was last inspected on June 16, 2020.

When was Seminoe built?

Seminoe was completed in 1938, making it 88 years old.

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.