Warren Afb, Bnsf Pond

FLOOD CONTROL CHANNEL 3· Laramie, Wyoming· Built 2008· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Warren Afb, Bnsf Pond is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 8.9% in WY)
Dam Length3,241 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage131 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area28 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge388 cfs
Year Completed2008 (18 years old)
NID IDWY02406

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 9, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

USAF AFGSC

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Warren Afb, Bnsf Pond?

Warren Afb, Bnsf Pond 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 Warren Afb, Bnsf Pond?

Warren Afb, Bnsf Pond is owned by USAF AFGSC (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Warren Afb, Bnsf Pond built?

Warren Afb, Bnsf Pond was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 Warren Afb, Bnsf Pond?

Warren Afb, Bnsf Pond serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Warren Afb, Bnsf Pond?

Warren Afb, Bnsf Pond has a dam height of 14 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 Warren Afb, Bnsf Pond last inspected?

Warren Afb, Bnsf Pond was last inspected on July 9, 2015. 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.