Wetlands No. 6
Key Takeaway
Wetlands No. 6 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.3% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 3,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 518 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 290 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 91 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 774 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1996 |
| NID ID | WY02102 |
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
Wyoming Game and Fish Commission
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wetlands No. 6?
Wetlands No. 6 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 Wetlands No. 6?
Wetlands No. 6 is owned by Wyoming Game and Fish Commission (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wetlands No. 6 built?
Wetlands No. 6 was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Wetlands No. 6?
Wetlands No. 6 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wetlands No. 6?
Wetlands No. 6 has a dam height of 9 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 Wetlands No. 6 last inspected?
Wetlands No. 6 was last inspected on July 12, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.