Kafka No. 1

N LARAMIE RIVER· Albany, Wyoming· Built 1969· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Kafka No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 26.6% in WY)
Dam Length845 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage432 acre-ft
Normal Storage262 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge958 cfs
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)
Year Modified2008
NID IDWY00163

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: July 21, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

Bell-Otte Ranch Inc, Bard Ranch Co

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kafka No. 1?

Kafka 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 Kafka No. 1?

Kafka No. 1 is owned by Bell-Otte Ranch Inc, Bard Ranch Co (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kafka No. 1 built?

Kafka No. 1 was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Kafka No. 1?

Kafka 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 Kafka No. 1?

Kafka No. 1 has a dam height of 21 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 Kafka No. 1 last inspected?

Kafka No. 1 was last inspected on July 21, 2020. 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.