Zezas Irrigation
Key Takeaway
Zezas Irrigation is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 85.9% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 1,120 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 965 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 665 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 56 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2010 |
| NID ID | WY01038 |
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
JOHN ZEZAS & SONS RANCH INC.
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Zezas Irrigation?
Zezas Irrigation 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 Zezas Irrigation?
Zezas Irrigation is owned by JOHN ZEZAS & SONS RANCH INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Zezas Irrigation built?
Zezas Irrigation was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Zezas Irrigation?
Zezas Irrigation 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 Zezas Irrigation?
Zezas Irrigation has a dam height of 39 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 Zezas Irrigation last inspected?
Zezas Irrigation was last inspected on July 2, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.