Enl. Sutherland
Key Takeaway
Enl. Sutherland is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.1% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 161 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2003 |
| NID ID | WY01995 |
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
SUTHERLAND BROTHERS RANCH LLC
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Enl. Sutherland?
Enl. Sutherland 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 Enl. Sutherland?
Enl. Sutherland is owned by SUTHERLAND BROTHERS RANCH LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Enl. Sutherland built?
Enl. Sutherland was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Enl. Sutherland?
Enl. Sutherland serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Enl. Sutherland?
Enl. Sutherland has a dam height of 30 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 Enl. Sutherland last inspected?
Enl. Sutherland was last inspected on May 21, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.