Fisher

FISHER DRAW· Johnson, Wyoming· Built 1968· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Fisher is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 35.6% in WY)
Dam Length330 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage120 acre-ft
Normal Storage66 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDWY00558

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: April 15, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

EITEL FAMILY REV TRUST

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fisher?

Fisher 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 Fisher?

Fisher is owned by EITEL FAMILY REV TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Fisher built?

Fisher was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Fisher?

Fisher 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 Fisher?

Fisher has a dam height of 24 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 Fisher last inspected?

Fisher was last inspected on April 15, 2019. 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.