Willits
Key Takeaway
Willits is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 28.8% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 550 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01351 |
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
GARBER AGRI BUSINESS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Willits?
Willits 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 Willits?
Willits is owned by GARBER AGRI BUSINESS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Willits built?
Willits was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Willits?
Willits 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 Willits?
Willits has a dam height of 22 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 Willits last inspected?
Willits was last inspected on August 20, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.