Sg Palo

OFF CHANNEL· Johnson, Wyoming· Built 2004· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Sg Palo is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 35.6% in WY)
Dam Length2,730 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage130 acre-ft
Normal Storage130 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed2004 (22 years old)
NID IDWY02325

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 26, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO,DEQ

Ownership

HARRIET LAND & LIVESTOCK, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sg Palo?

Sg Palo 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 Sg Palo?

Sg Palo is owned by HARRIET LAND & LIVESTOCK, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Sg Palo built?

Sg Palo was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Sg Palo?

Sg Palo 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 Sg Palo?

Sg Palo has a dam height of 24 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 Sg Palo last inspected?

Sg Palo was last inspected on April 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.