Quinn No. 1
Key Takeaway
Quinn No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.1% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 533 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 238 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 143 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00310 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
RONALD P. SMITH
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Quinn No. 1?
Quinn 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 Quinn No. 1?
Quinn No. 1 is owned by RONALD P. SMITH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Quinn No. 1 built?
Quinn No. 1 was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Quinn No. 1?
Quinn No. 1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Quinn No. 1?
Quinn No. 1 has a dam height of 30 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 Quinn No. 1 last inspected?
Quinn No. 1 was last inspected on June 23, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.