Byrne

W FORK BIG MUDDY CK· Uinta, Wyoming· Built 1939· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Byrne is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 15% in WY)
Dam Length440 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage200 acre-ft
Normal Storage115 acre-ft
Surface Area21 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1939 (87 years old)
NID IDWY01260

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: May 25, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

J.R. BROADBENT GRAZING ASSOCIATION, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Byrne?

Byrne 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 Byrne?

Byrne is owned by J.R. BROADBENT GRAZING ASSOCIATION, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Byrne built?

Byrne was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Byrne?

Byrne 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 Byrne?

Byrne has a dam height of 17 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 Byrne last inspected?

Byrne was last inspected on May 25, 2021. 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.