Wheaton No. 1
Key Takeaway
Wheaton No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 46.3% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 425 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01960 |
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
HARDY ENTERPRISES C/O EUGENE HARDY
Private
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Low Hazard 26 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Wheaton No. 1?
Wheaton No. 1 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 Wheaton No. 1?
Wheaton No. 1 is owned by HARDY ENTERPRISES C/O EUGENE HARDY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wheaton No. 1 built?
Wheaton No. 1 was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Wheaton No. 1?
Wheaton No. 1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Wheaton No. 1?
Wheaton No. 1 has a dam height of 26 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 Wheaton No. 1 last inspected?
Wheaton No. 1 was last inspected on May 12, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.