Gunst
Key Takeaway
Gunst is classified as significant hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1926 and is 100 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 35.6% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 2,015 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 593 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 269 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 57 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1926 (100 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00296 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ROMOIS RANCH, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gunst?
Gunst is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Gunst?
Gunst is owned by ROMOIS RANCH, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gunst built?
Gunst was completed in 1926, making it 100 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 Gunst?
Gunst serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gunst?
Gunst 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 Gunst last inspected?
Gunst was last inspected on June 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.