Shoshone Lake

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateWyoming
CountyFremont
Nearest CityMILFORD
River/StreamSHOSHONE CREEK
Coordinates42.79472, -109.01750

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height46 ft
Dam Height37 ft
Dam Length410 ft
Year Completed1959 (67 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage12,900 acre-ft
Max Storage12,900 acre-ft
Normal Storage10,109 acre-ft
Surface Area503 acres
Drainage Area10 sq mi
Max Discharge741 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeIrrigation
OwnerSHOSHONE LAKE RESERVOIR COMPANY
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection07/09/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDWY01055
Federal IDWY01055
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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