Renner

BUFFALO FLAT CREEK· Big Horn, Wyoming· Built 1950· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation State Government

Key Takeaway

Renner is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 13.2% in WY)
Dam Length1,050 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage584 acre-ft
Normal Storage366 acre-ft
Surface Area70 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
Year Modified2019
NID IDWY01059

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: April 21, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

WYOMING GAME AND FISH COMMISSION

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Renner?

Renner 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 Renner?

Renner is owned by WYOMING GAME AND FISH COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Renner built?

Renner was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Renner?

Renner 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 Renner?

Renner has a dam height of 16 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 Renner last inspected?

Renner was last inspected on April 21, 2020. 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.