Canon No. 1
Key Takeaway
Canon No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 75.3% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 365 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00150 |
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
DON & TAMARA WILLIS
Private
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Low Hazard 28 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Canon No. 1?
Canon No. 1 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 Canon No. 1?
Canon No. 1 is owned by DON & TAMARA WILLIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Canon No. 1 built?
Canon No. 1 was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Canon No. 1?
Canon No. 1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Canon No. 1?
Canon No. 1 has a dam height of 33 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 Canon No. 1 last inspected?
Canon No. 1 was last inspected on June 10, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.