Hornbuckle No. 1
Key Takeaway
Hornbuckle No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 19.5% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 275 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 302 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00533 |
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
HORNBUCKLE RANCH INC. (DICK HORNBUCKLE)
Private
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Low Hazard 16 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Hornbuckle No. 1?
Hornbuckle 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 Hornbuckle No. 1?
Hornbuckle No. 1 is owned by HORNBUCKLE RANCH INC. (DICK HORNBUCKLE) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hornbuckle No. 1 built?
Hornbuckle No. 1 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Hornbuckle No. 1?
Hornbuckle No. 1 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 Hornbuckle No. 1?
Hornbuckle No. 1 has a dam height of 19 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 Hornbuckle No. 1 last inspected?
Hornbuckle No. 1 was last inspected on March 31, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.