Bush Ranch
Key Takeaway
Bush Ranch is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 21.5% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 3,025 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 867 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 324 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 90 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00932 |
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
F. A. BUSH, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bush Ranch?
Bush Ranch 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 Bush Ranch?
Bush Ranch is owned by F. A. BUSH, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bush Ranch built?
Bush Ranch was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Bush Ranch?
Bush Ranch 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 Bush Ranch?
Bush Ranch 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 Bush Ranch last inspected?
Bush Ranch was last inspected on June 23, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.