Wee Wee

HAD ROAST BEEF DRAW· Laramie, Wyoming· Built 1991· Earth· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Other Private

Key Takeaway

Wee Wee is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 59.6% in WY)
Dam Length1,500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage217 acre-ft
Normal Storage145 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1991 (35 years old)
NID IDWY02025

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: June 7, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

MASCHHOFFS LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wee Wee?

Wee Wee 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 Wee Wee?

Wee Wee is owned by MASCHHOFFS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Wee Wee built?

Wee Wee was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Wee Wee?

Wee Wee serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Wee Wee?

Wee Wee has a dam height of 29 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 Wee Wee last inspected?

Wee Wee was last inspected on June 7, 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.