Upton Wastewater Treatment
Key Takeaway
Upton Wastewater Treatment is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.3% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 824 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01939 |
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
TOWN OF UPTON
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Upton Wastewater Treatment?
Upton Wastewater Treatment 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 Upton Wastewater Treatment?
Upton Wastewater Treatment is owned by TOWN OF UPTON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upton Wastewater Treatment built?
Upton Wastewater Treatment was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Upton Wastewater Treatment?
Upton Wastewater Treatment serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Upton Wastewater Treatment?
Upton Wastewater Treatment has a dam height of 9 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 Upton Wastewater Treatment last inspected?
Upton Wastewater Treatment was last inspected on May 26, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.