Bush

BUSH CREEK· Crook, Wyoming· Built 1967· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Bush is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 28.8% in WY)
Dam Length2,900 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.6K acre-ft
Normal Storage686 acre-ft
Surface Area141 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)
NID IDWY01089

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: June 27, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

F. A. BUSH INC.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bush?

Bush 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?

Bush is owned by F. A. BUSH INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bush built?

Bush was completed in 1967, making it 59 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?

Bush 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?

Bush has a dam height of 22 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 last inspected?

Bush was last inspected on June 27, 2023. 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.