Wiley
Key Takeaway
Wiley is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 70.8% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 1,006 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 331 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01127 |
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
PSALM CODY RANCH, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wiley?
Wiley 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 Wiley?
Wiley is owned by PSALM CODY RANCH, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wiley built?
Wiley was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Wiley?
Wiley 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 Wiley?
Wiley has a dam height of 31 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 Wiley last inspected?
Wiley was last inspected on March 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.