Crain

MID FORK OF TRABING DRY CREEK· Johnson, Wyoming· Built 1958· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Crain 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 20 ft (taller than 21.5% in WY)
Dam Length588 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage400 acre-ft
Normal Storage220 acre-ft
Surface Area36 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge655 cfs
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDWY00778

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: July 7, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

RENO HILL RANCH, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Crain?

Crain 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 Crain?

Crain is owned by RENO HILL RANCH, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Crain built?

Crain 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 Crain?

Crain 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 Crain?

Crain 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 Crain last inspected?

Crain was last inspected on July 7, 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.