Utter

GRAYS RUN· Platte, Wyoming· Built 1972· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Utter is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 63.1% in WY)
Dam Length1,240 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage131 acre-ft
Normal Storage76 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1972 (54 years old)
NID IDWY00089

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: April 17, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

STEVE LUCAS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Utter?

Utter 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 Utter?

Utter is owned by STEVE LUCAS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Utter built?

Utter was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Utter?

Utter serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Utter?

Utter has a dam height of 30 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 Utter last inspected?

Utter was last inspected on April 17, 2023. 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.