Odegard 6-12-55-77

ELAD DRAW· Sheridan, Wyoming· Built 2010· Earth· 26 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Odegard 6-12-55-77 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 2010 and is 16 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 46.3% in WY)
Dam Length262 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage28 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge148 cfs
Year Completed2010 (16 years old)
NID IDWY02543

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, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

ODERGARD LAND, LLC

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Odegard 6-12-55-77?

Odegard 6-12-55-77 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 Odegard 6-12-55-77?

Odegard 6-12-55-77 is owned by ODERGARD LAND, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Odegard 6-12-55-77 built?

Odegard 6-12-55-77 was completed in 2010, making it 16 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 Odegard 6-12-55-77?

Odegard 6-12-55-77 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 Odegard 6-12-55-77?

Odegard 6-12-55-77 has a dam height of 26 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 Odegard 6-12-55-77 last inspected?

Odegard 6-12-55-77 was last inspected on September 28, 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.