Fish Stockwater

FISH DRAW· Johnson, Wyoming· Built 1971· Earth· 44 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Fish Stockwater is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 44 ft (taller than 90.9% in WY)
Dam Length165 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage52 acre-ft
Normal Storage36 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDWY00468

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: September 14, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

BOOTJACK LAND COMPANY, LLC C/O BOB RUBY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fish Stockwater?

Fish Stockwater 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 Fish Stockwater?

Fish Stockwater is owned by BOOTJACK LAND COMPANY, LLC C/O BOB RUBY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Fish Stockwater built?

Fish Stockwater was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Fish Stockwater?

Fish Stockwater serves the following purposes: 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 Fish Stockwater?

Fish Stockwater has a dam height of 44 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 Fish Stockwater last inspected?

Fish Stockwater was last inspected on September 14, 2023. 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.