Anchor Dam

Hot Springs County, Wyoming (near EMBAR)

River/Stream: SOUTH FORK OWL CREEK

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Concrete
Height
208 ft
Dam Length
660 ft
Reservoir Storage
22,390 acre-ft
Year Completed
1960
Primary Purpose
Irrigation
Owner Type
Federal
Max Discharge
13,500 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not AvailableLast inspected: 2023-07-25

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Not Available — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
WY01298
State
Wyoming (WY)
Coordinates
43.66390, -108.82450
Age
66 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.