Galloping Jack
Key Takeaway
Galloping Jack is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 83.1% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 836 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 497 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | WY02486 |
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
IBERLIN RANCH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Galloping Jack?
Galloping Jack 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 Galloping Jack?
Galloping Jack is owned by IBERLIN RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Galloping Jack built?
Galloping Jack was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Galloping Jack?
Galloping Jack serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Galloping Jack?
Galloping Jack has a dam height of 37 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 Galloping Jack last inspected?
Galloping Jack was last inspected on July 2, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.