Twin Forks

NORTH FORK DEER DRAW· Weston, Wyoming· Built 1959· Earth· 42 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Twin Forks is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 42 ft (taller than 89.7% in WY)
Dam Length309 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage133 acre-ft
Normal Storage106 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1959 (67 years old)
NID IDWY00825

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: May 13, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

TURKEY TRACK RANCH, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Twin Forks?

Twin Forks 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 Twin Forks?

Twin Forks is owned by TURKEY TRACK RANCH, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Twin Forks built?

Twin Forks was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Twin Forks?

Twin Forks serves the following purposes: 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 Twin Forks?

Twin Forks has a dam height of 42 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 Twin Forks last inspected?

Twin Forks was last inspected on May 13, 2021. 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.