Unit 3 Fgd Pond 2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Unit 3 Fgd Pond 2, located in Wyoming, is a privately owned dam with a significant hazard potential and a fair condition assessment.


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Summary

Built in 1998 by Maxim Technologies, Inc., this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 922 acre-feet. Situated on the Culvert Draw river, this dam serves purposes beyond water resource management, making it a unique structure in the region.

Despite being privately owned, Unit 3 Fgd Pond 2 falls under state regulations and jurisdiction, with the Wyoming State Engineer's Office and Department of Environmental Quality overseeing its permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam's last inspection in June 2019 revealed a fair condition, although there are no emergency action plans in place. With a high risk assessment rating, it is crucial for the owners to implement effective risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.

Overall, Unit 3 Fgd Pond 2 plays a critical role in water management in Carbon County, Wyoming. With its sizeable storage capacity and unique design features, this dam requires careful monitoring and maintenance to mitigate potential risks and safeguard the surrounding communities. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the resilience of structures like Unit 3 Fgd Pond 2 is essential in adapting to the evolving challenges posed by a changing climate.

Year Completed

1998

Dam Length

3030

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

CULVERT DRAW

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

36

Hydraulic Height

25

Drainage Area

0.4

Nid Storage

922

Structural Height

25

Outlet Gates

None - 0

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

25
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.