Skull Point Dam
Key Takeaway
Skull Point Dam is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1941 and is 85 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1941 (85 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01862 |
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
DOI BLM
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Skull Point Dam?
Skull Point Dam 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 Skull Point Dam?
Skull Point Dam is owned by DOI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Skull Point Dam built?
Skull Point Dam was completed in 1941, making it 85 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
When was Skull Point Dam last inspected?
Skull Point Dam was last inspected on September 24, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.