Torrington Wastewater Treatment Reservoir Report
Nearby: City Shop Detention Pond Arnold
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Torrington Wastewater Treatment facility, located in Goshen County, Wyoming, plays a vital role in protecting the North Platte River by effectively treating wastewater before it is discharged.
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Summary
The facility, designed by JOHN T. BAXTER and completed in 1994, utilizes an Earth dam type with a height of 9 feet and a hydraulic height of 10 feet. With a significant hazard potential and a fair condition assessment, the facility is regularly inspected to ensure its operational integrity.
With a Normal Storage capacity of 116 acre-feet and a surface area of 35 acres, Torrington Wastewater Treatment facility serves the community of TORRINGTON by providing essential wastewater treatment services. Despite its fair condition, the facility is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the State of Wyoming, demonstrating a commitment to environmental stewardship and resource management. The facility's importance in protecting water resources is underscored by its location along the North Platte River and its role in maintaining water quality.
As a crucial part of the state's infrastructure, Torrington Wastewater Treatment facility faces high risks due to its location and operational complexity. With one controlled outlet gate and a drainage area of 0.1 square miles, the facility must adhere to strict guidelines to mitigate potential hazards. Regular inspections and risk assessments are conducted to ensure the facility's readiness to handle emergencies and protect the surrounding environment. The facility's significance in safeguarding water resources and managing wastewater underscores the importance of proper maintenance and oversight in preserving the health of the North Platte River ecosystem.
Year Completed |
1994 |
Dam Length |
2750 |
Dam Height |
9 |
River Or Stream |
NORTH PLATTE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
35 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
116 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
12 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Torrington Wastewater Treatment