White
Key Takeaway
White is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1914 and is 112 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 21.5% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 60 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 201 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 151 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1914 (112 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01151 |
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
LEE ADAMS REV. LVING TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of White?
White 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 White?
White is owned by LEE ADAMS REV. LVING TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was White built?
White was completed in 1914, making it 112 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 White?
White 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 White?
White 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 White last inspected?
White was last inspected on May 10, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.