Lake Desmet (North Dam)

Wyoming — Johnson County — PINEY AND ROCK CREEK

Location

StateWyoming
CountyJohnson
RiverPINEY AND ROCK CREEK
Coordinates44.51629, -106.78298

Physical Characteristics

NID Height120 ft
Dam Height80 ft
Dam Length4,000 ft
NID Storage234,987 acre-ft
Max Storage234,987 acre-ft
Surface Area2,653 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 26, 2024
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1975
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerJOHNSON COUNTY-LAKE DESMET OPERATING DEPT
Other NameEnl of 973r, 5829r, 6225r

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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