Lake Owen

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateWyoming
CountyAlbany
Nearest CityLARAMIE
River/StreamLAKE OWEN CREEK
Coordinates41.14950, -106.10000

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height30 ft
Dam Height23 ft
Dam Length775 ft
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,401 acre-ft
Max Storage1,401 acre-ft
Normal Storage751 acre-ft
Surface Area120 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge1,097 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCITY OF CHEYENNE-BOPU
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection07/16/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDWY00117
Federal IDWY00117
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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