J & H Ranch No. 1

HANFT DRAW· Sheridan, Wyoming· Built 1959· Earth· 30 ft tall

Key Takeaway

J & H Ranch No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 63.1% in WY)
Dam Length238 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage37 acre-ft
Normal Storage22 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1959 (67 years old)
NID IDWY00663

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: September 28, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

TYREL R. & LESLEY MARSHALL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of J & H Ranch No. 1?

J & H Ranch 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 J & H Ranch No. 1?

J & H Ranch No. 1 is owned by TYREL R. & LESLEY MARSHALL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was J & H Ranch No. 1 built?

J & H Ranch No. 1 was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 J & H Ranch No. 1?

J & H Ranch 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 J & H Ranch No. 1?

J & H Ranch No. 1 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 J & H Ranch No. 1 last inspected?

J & H Ranch No. 1 was last inspected on September 28, 2022. 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.