Big Dam

BIG DAM DRAW· Campbell, Wyoming· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Big Dam is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 35.6% in WY)
Dam Length480 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage83 acre-ft
Normal Storage52 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,908 cfs
NID IDWY02556

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 30, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

BERNADETTE BARLOW LLC & BAR LO RANCH LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Big Dam?

Big Dam 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 Big Dam?

Big Dam is owned by BERNADETTE BARLOW LLC & BAR LO RANCH LIMITED PARTNERSHIP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Big Dam?

Big Dam 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 Big Dam?

Big Dam 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 Big Dam last inspected?

Big Dam was last inspected on March 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.