Water Valley Fish & Recreation
Key Takeaway
Water Valley Fish & Recreation is classified as significant hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 10.6% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 804 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00004 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WATER VALLEY RANCH LLC C/O SAM GALEOTOS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Water Valley Fish & Recreation?
Water Valley Fish & Recreation is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Water Valley Fish & Recreation?
Water Valley Fish & Recreation is owned by WATER VALLEY RANCH LLC C/O SAM GALEOTOS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Water Valley Fish & Recreation built?
Water Valley Fish & Recreation was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Water Valley Fish & Recreation?
Water Valley Fish & Recreation serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Water Valley Fish & Recreation?
Water Valley Fish & Recreation has a dam height of 15 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 Water Valley Fish & Recreation last inspected?
Water Valley Fish & Recreation was last inspected on July 1, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.