Ford No. 1

FORD DRAW· Campbell, Wyoming· Built 1960· Earth· 40 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Ford No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 40 ft (taller than 86.7% in WY)
Dam Length225 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage51 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDWY00680

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: August 24, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

FORD RANCH TRUST, ATTN: NORTHERN BANK OF WYOMING TTEE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ford No. 1?

Ford No. 1 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 Ford No. 1?

Ford No. 1 is owned by FORD RANCH TRUST, ATTN: NORTHERN BANK OF WYOMING TTEE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ford No. 1 built?

Ford No. 1 was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Ford No. 1?

Ford No. 1 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 Ford No. 1?

Ford No. 1 has a dam height of 40 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 Ford No. 1 last inspected?

Ford No. 1 was last inspected on August 24, 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.