Newland No. 4

COW CREEK· Crook, Wyoming· Built 1955· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Newland No. 4 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 26.6% in WY)
Dam Length589 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage133 acre-ft
Normal Storage53 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)
NID IDWY01076

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: August 12, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

MULE SHOE RANCH, INC (LESSEE)

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Newland No. 4?

Newland No. 4 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 Newland No. 4?

Newland No. 4 is owned by MULE SHOE RANCH, INC (LESSEE) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Newland No. 4 built?

Newland No. 4 was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Newland No. 4?

Newland No. 4 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 Newland No. 4?

Newland No. 4 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 Newland No. 4 last inspected?

Newland No. 4 was last inspected on August 12, 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.