First Enl. Joe Budd
Key Takeaway
First Enl. Joe Budd is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1941 and is 85 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 10.6% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 264 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 213 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 158 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 180 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1941 (85 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2002 |
| NID ID | WY01240 |
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
JOHN C. BUDD RANCHES, INC.
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of First Enl. Joe Budd?
First Enl. Joe Budd 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 First Enl. Joe Budd?
First Enl. Joe Budd is owned by JOHN C. BUDD RANCHES, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was First Enl. Joe Budd built?
First Enl. Joe Budd was completed in 1941, making it 85 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 First Enl. Joe Budd?
First Enl. Joe Budd 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 First Enl. Joe Budd?
First Enl. Joe Budd has a dam height of 15 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 First Enl. Joe Budd last inspected?
First Enl. Joe Budd was last inspected on August 18, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.