Albert Wardell No. 1
Key Takeaway
Albert Wardell No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.1% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 1,163 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 956 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 560 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 66 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,165 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01052 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SANDSTONE DITCH COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Albert Wardell No. 1?
Albert Wardell No. 1 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Albert Wardell No. 1?
Albert Wardell No. 1 is owned by SANDSTONE DITCH COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Albert Wardell No. 1 built?
Albert Wardell No. 1 was completed in 1973, making it 53 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Albert Wardell No. 1?
Albert Wardell No. 1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Albert Wardell No. 1?
Albert Wardell No. 1 has a dam height of 30 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Albert Wardell No. 1 last inspected?
Albert Wardell No. 1 was last inspected on May 12, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.