Gill No. 5 Stock

EAST TWIN CREEK· Sheridan, Wyoming· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Gill No. 5 Stock is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 63.1% in WY)
Dam Length1,125 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage194 acre-ft
Normal Storage124 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDWY01668

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: May 9, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

SUNLIGHT RANCH COMPANY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gill No. 5 Stock?

Gill No. 5 Stock 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 Gill No. 5 Stock?

Gill No. 5 Stock is owned by SUNLIGHT RANCH COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Gill No. 5 Stock?

Gill No. 5 Stock 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 Gill No. 5 Stock?

Gill No. 5 Stock has a dam height of 30 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 Gill No. 5 Stock last inspected?

Gill No. 5 Stock was last inspected on May 9, 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.