Camino

MIDDLE FORK FOUR MILE CREEK· Johnson, Wyoming· Built 1958· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Camino is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 50.7% in WY)
Dam Length460 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage196 acre-ft
Normal Storage121 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDWY01584

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: August 18, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

CAMINO RANCH, LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Camino?

Camino 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 Camino?

Camino is owned by CAMINO RANCH, LIMITED PARTNERSHIP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Camino built?

Camino was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Camino?

Camino 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 Camino?

Camino 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 Camino last inspected?

Camino was last inspected on August 18, 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.