Amelia No. 1
Key Takeaway
Amelia No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 35.6% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00531 |
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
D & B MOEN RANCH, LLC
Private
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Low Hazard 25 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Amelia No. 1?
Amelia 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 Amelia No. 1?
Amelia No. 1 is owned by D & B MOEN RANCH, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Amelia No. 1 built?
Amelia No. 1 was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Amelia No. 1?
Amelia No. 1 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Amelia No. 1?
Amelia No. 1 has a dam height of 24 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 Amelia No. 1 last inspected?
Amelia No. 1 was last inspected on June 26, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.