Trail Lake Control Dam

TRAIL LAKE CREEK· Fremont, Wyoming· Built 1947· Earth· 7 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Trail Lake Control Dam is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 0.1% in WY)
Dam Length340 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage310 acre-ft
Normal Storage92 acre-ft
Surface Area37 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge280 cfs
Year Completed1947 (79 years old)
NID IDWY01360

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: July 30, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

DIAMOND G RANCH

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Trail Lake Control Dam?

Trail Lake Control 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 Trail Lake Control Dam?

Trail Lake Control Dam is owned by DIAMOND G RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Trail Lake Control Dam built?

Trail Lake Control Dam was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Trail Lake Control Dam?

Trail Lake Control Dam 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 Trail Lake Control Dam?

Trail Lake Control Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Trail Lake Control Dam last inspected?

Trail Lake Control Dam was last inspected on July 30, 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.