Box Elder Draw Stock
Key Takeaway
Box Elder Draw Stock is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 21.5% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 365 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,504 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | WY02074 |
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
PADLOCK RANCH (GREG BENZEL)
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Box Elder Draw Stock?
Box Elder Draw Stock 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 Box Elder Draw Stock?
Box Elder Draw Stock is owned by PADLOCK RANCH (GREG BENZEL) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Box Elder Draw Stock built?
Box Elder Draw Stock was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Box Elder Draw Stock?
Box Elder Draw Stock 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 Box Elder Draw Stock?
Box Elder Draw Stock has a dam height of 20 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 Box Elder Draw Stock last inspected?
Box Elder Draw Stock was last inspected on September 5, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.