Reculusa

YOUNG DRAW· Johnson, Wyoming· Built 1957· Earth· 25 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Reculusa is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 39.5% in WY)
Dam Length444 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage81 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDWY00514

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: September 12, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

RECULUSA RANCH, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Reculusa?

Reculusa 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 Reculusa?

Reculusa is owned by RECULUSA RANCH, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Reculusa built?

Reculusa was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Reculusa?

Reculusa serves the following purposes: 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 Reculusa?

Reculusa has a dam height of 25 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 Reculusa last inspected?

Reculusa was last inspected on September 12, 2023. 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.