Sportsman Lake
Key Takeaway
Sportsman Lake is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 6.2% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 210 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00147 |
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
MONAGHAN FARMS, INC. (ROBERT DELINE)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sportsman Lake?
Sportsman Lake 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 Sportsman Lake?
Sportsman Lake is owned by MONAGHAN FARMS, INC. (ROBERT DELINE) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sportsman Lake built?
Sportsman Lake was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Sportsman Lake?
Sportsman Lake serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sportsman Lake?
Sportsman Lake 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 Sportsman Lake last inspected?
Sportsman Lake was last inspected on July 16, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.