Kane Cemetery

JELLISON DRAW· Big Horn, Wyoming· Built 1988· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond State Government

Key Takeaway

Kane Cemetery is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 13.2% in WY)
Dam Length2,800 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage282 acre-ft
Surface Area81 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge314 cfs
Year Completed1988 (38 years old)
NID IDWY01723

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: May 4, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

WYOMING GAME AND FISH COMMISSION & USDI

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kane Cemetery?

Kane Cemetery 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 Kane Cemetery?

Kane Cemetery is owned by WYOMING GAME AND FISH COMMISSION & USDI (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kane Cemetery built?

Kane Cemetery was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Kane Cemetery?

Kane Cemetery serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Kane Cemetery?

Kane Cemetery has a dam height of 16 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 Kane Cemetery last inspected?

Kane Cemetery was last inspected on May 4, 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.