J. Smith

ALKALI SPRING· Washakie, Wyoming· Built 1943· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

J. Smith is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1943 and is 83 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 8.9% in WY)
Dam Length1,075 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage133 acre-ft
Normal Storage53 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1943 (83 years old)
NID IDWY01069

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: June 30, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

CARTER LIVESTOCK INC.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of J. Smith?

J. Smith 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. Smith?

J. Smith is owned by CARTER LIVESTOCK INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was J. Smith built?

J. Smith was completed in 1943, making it 83 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. Smith?

J. Smith 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 J. Smith?

J. Smith has a dam height of 14 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. Smith last inspected?

J. Smith was last inspected on June 30, 2021. 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.