Wesley
Key Takeaway
Wesley is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1915 and is 111 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 21.5% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 468 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1915 (111 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00668 |
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
RANDY P. BOMAR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wesley?
Wesley 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 Wesley?
Wesley is owned by RANDY P. BOMAR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wesley built?
Wesley was completed in 1915, making it 111 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 Wesley?
Wesley serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wesley?
Wesley has a dam height of 20 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 Wesley last inspected?
Wesley was last inspected on September 17, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.