Separation
Key Takeaway
Separation is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1927 and is 99 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 7.6% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 50 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 759 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 592 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 80 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 79 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1927 (99 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00393 |
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
S DIAMOND RANCH, LLC
Private
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Separation?
Separation 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 Separation?
Separation is owned by S DIAMOND RANCH, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Separation built?
Separation was completed in 1927, making it 99 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 Separation?
Separation serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Separation?
Separation has a dam height of 13 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 Separation last inspected?
Separation was last inspected on August 11, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.