Kafka No. 1

Low HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateWyoming
CountyAlbany
Nearest CityTORRINGTON
River/StreamN LARAMIE RIVER
Coordinates42.25690, -105.71420

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height22 ft
Dam Height21 ft
Dam Length845 ft
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage432 acre-ft
Max Storage432 acre-ft
Normal Storage262 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Max Discharge958 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeIrrigation
Owner75 Ranch
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection08/06/2025
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDWY00163
Federal IDWY00163
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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