Railroad

WHISKEY DRAW· Campbell, Wyoming· Earth· 39 ft tall
Significant Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Railroad is classified as significant hazard in Wyoming. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 39 ft (taller than 85.9% in WY)
Dam Length527 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage88 acre-ft
Normal Storage28 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDWY02516

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: August 19, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

TWENTY MILE LAND COMPANY LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Railroad?

Railroad 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 Railroad?

Railroad is owned by TWENTY MILE LAND COMPANY LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Railroad?

Railroad serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Railroad?

Railroad has a dam height of 39 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 Railroad last inspected?

Railroad was last inspected on August 19, 2019. 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.