Prince No.1

PRINCE DRAW TRIB NF SHOSHONE· Park, Wyoming· Built 1993· Earth· 19 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Prince No.1 is classified as significant hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 19.5% in WY)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage56 acre-ft
Normal Storage41 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1993 (33 years old)
NID IDWY02093

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 7, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

ELSA D. PRINCE, LIVING TRUST

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Prince No.1?

Prince No.1 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Prince No.1?

Prince No.1 is owned by ELSA D. PRINCE, LIVING TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Prince No.1 built?

Prince No.1 was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Prince No.1?

Prince No.1 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, 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 Prince No.1?

Prince No.1 has a dam height of 19 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 Prince No.1 last inspected?

Prince No.1 was last inspected on June 7, 2022. 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.