Cow Creek Lake

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateWyoming
CountyCarbon
Nearest CitySARATOGA
River/StreamCOW CREEK
Coordinates41.17776, -106.96968

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height28 ft
Dam Height28 ft
Dam Length550 ft
Year Completed1941 (85 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage887 acre-ft
Max Storage887 acre-ft
Normal Storage649 acre-ft
Surface Area44 acres
Drainage Area8 sq mi
Max Discharge1,733 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeIrrigation
OwnerSILVER SPUR LAND & CATTLE, LLC.
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection07/29/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDWY00068
Federal IDWY00068
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

Nearby Dams

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