Pexton No. 1

REID CREEK· Converse, Wyoming· Built 1963· Earth· 38 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Pexton No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 38 ft (taller than 84.6% in WY)
Dam Length590 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage177 acre-ft
Normal Storage112 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Max Discharge804 cfs
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)
NID IDWY00312

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 9, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

WAGONHOUND LAND & LIVESTOCK, LLC

Private

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Bell & Scranton No. 2

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Fred Dilts No. 4

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Phillips No. 1

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Low Hazard 28 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pexton No. 1?

Pexton 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 Pexton No. 1?

Pexton No. 1 is owned by WAGONHOUND LAND & LIVESTOCK, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pexton No. 1 built?

Pexton No. 1 was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Pexton No. 1?

Pexton No. 1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Pexton No. 1?

Pexton No. 1 has a dam height of 38 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 Pexton No. 1 last inspected?

Pexton No. 1 was last inspected on September 9, 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.