Buffalo Bill Dam

Park County, Wyoming (near CODY)

River/Stream: SHOSHONE RIVER

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Concrete
Height
350 ft
Dam Length
200 ft
Reservoir Storage
646,565 acre-ft
Year Completed
1910
Primary Purpose
Fish and Wildlife Pond
Owner Type
Federal
Max Discharge
84,725 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not AvailableLast inspected: 2022-08-04

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
WY01300
State
Wyoming (WY)
Coordinates
44.50145, -109.18314
Age
116 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.