Flockhart Dam, located in Big Horn, Wyoming, is a gravity-type structure with a hydraulic height of 30 feet and a structural height of 32 feet.
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Managed by the Bureau of Land Management, this dam has a storage capacity of 61.65 acre-feet and a surface area of 4.37 acres. It features a controlled spillway with a width of 1 foot and has a low hazard potential, although its condition assessment is rated as poor.
Despite its poor condition assessment, the dam has a very high risk assessment ranking at level 1. The last inspection of Flockhart Dam was conducted in August 2016, with a scheduled inspection frequency of every 5 years. The dam is regulated by the State of Wyoming and falls under the jurisdiction of the State Engineer's Office, which permits, inspects, and enforces regulations related to the structure. With Liz Cheney representing the Congressional District, the dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate adaptation efforts in the region.
Dam Length |
395 |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
4.37 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
61.65 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
32 |
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