Rathbun Irrigation No. 1
Key Takeaway
Rathbun Irrigation No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 59.6% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01095 |
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
PURE WYOMING LLC
Private
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Rathbun Irrigation No. 1?
Rathbun Irrigation 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 Rathbun Irrigation No. 1?
Rathbun Irrigation No. 1 is owned by PURE WYOMING LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rathbun Irrigation No. 1 built?
Rathbun Irrigation No. 1 was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Rathbun Irrigation No. 1?
Rathbun Irrigation 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 Rathbun Irrigation No. 1?
Rathbun Irrigation No. 1 has a dam height of 29 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 Rathbun Irrigation No. 1 last inspected?
Rathbun Irrigation No. 1 was last inspected on September 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.