Powell Sewage Lagoon System-Secondary C3 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Powell Sewage Lagoon System-Secondary C3 in Park, Wyoming, is a vital water resource managed by the local government and regulated by the State Environmental Agency.


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Summary

Designed by Donald J. Livingston, this earth dam structure stands at a height of 11 feet and has a hydraulic height of 8 feet, serving the purpose of wastewater treatment since its completion in 1988. The lagoon system, located along the drainage of Bitter Creek, covers a surface area of 80 acres and has a normal storage capacity of 79 acre-feet.

With fair condition assessment and low hazard potential, this sewage lagoon system is monitored and inspected regularly to ensure its safety and functionality. The outlet gates are controlled and maintained, with the last inspection conducted in May 2021. Despite the high risk assessment due to its age and the need for risk management measures, the Powell Sewage Lagoon System-Secondary C3 continues to play a crucial role in wastewater management in the area, highlighting the importance of proper infrastructure for water resources and climate enthusiasts alike.

Year Completed

1988

Dam Length

4150

Dam Height

11

River Or Stream

DRAINAGE OF BITTER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

80

Hydraulic Height

8

Nid Storage

79

Structural Height

11

Outlet Gates

Other Controlled - 12

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

11
       
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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.