Sewage Lagoon
Key Takeaway
Sewage Lagoon is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 6.2% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 3,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 148 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 148 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01372 |
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
TATA CHEMICALS NORTH AMERICA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sewage Lagoon?
Sewage Lagoon 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 Sewage Lagoon?
Sewage Lagoon is owned by TATA CHEMICALS NORTH AMERICA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sewage Lagoon built?
Sewage Lagoon was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Sewage Lagoon?
Sewage Lagoon serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sewage Lagoon?
Sewage Lagoon has a dam height of 12 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 Sewage Lagoon last inspected?
Sewage Lagoon was last inspected on November 13, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.