Toothaker
Key Takeaway
Toothaker is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 78.8% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 945 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 343 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 215 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1981 |
| NID ID | WY00271 |
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
MONTIE E. & CHERYL K. MUNROE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Toothaker?
Toothaker 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 Toothaker?
Toothaker is owned by MONTIE E. & CHERYL K. MUNROE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Toothaker built?
Toothaker was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Toothaker?
Toothaker 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 Toothaker?
Toothaker has a dam height of 35 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 Toothaker last inspected?
Toothaker was last inspected on September 14, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.