Brenner

BRENNER DRAW TR S FK CHEY RIV· Niobrara, Wyoming· Built 1975· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Brenner is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 50.7% in WY)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage84 acre-ft
Normal Storage84 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1975 (51 years old)
NID IDWY01306

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: October 10, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

LUSKER RANCH LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Brenner?

Brenner 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 Brenner?

Brenner is owned by LUSKER RANCH LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Brenner built?

Brenner was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Brenner?

Brenner 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 Brenner?

Brenner has a dam height of 27 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 Brenner last inspected?

Brenner was last inspected on October 10, 2022. 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.