Ramsbottom

COTTONWOOD DRAW· Johnson, Wyoming· Built 1970· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Ramsbottom is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 63.1% in WY)
Dam Length250 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage72 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDWY00441

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: August 28, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

MEADOW BROOK LTD PARTNERSHIP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ramsbottom?

Ramsbottom 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 Ramsbottom?

Ramsbottom is owned by MEADOW BROOK LTD PARTNERSHIP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ramsbottom built?

Ramsbottom was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Ramsbottom?

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

How tall is Ramsbottom?

Ramsbottom 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 Ramsbottom last inspected?

Ramsbottom was last inspected on August 28, 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.