Red Cloud No.1
Key Takeaway
Red Cloud No.1 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 17.2% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00260 |
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
GKR LLC
Private
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Red Cloud No.1?
Red Cloud 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 Red Cloud No.1?
Red Cloud No.1 is owned by GKR LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Red Cloud No.1 built?
Red Cloud 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 Red Cloud No.1?
Red Cloud No.1 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 Red Cloud No.1?
Red Cloud No.1 has a dam height of 18 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 Red Cloud No.1 last inspected?
Red Cloud No.1 was last inspected on May 1, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.