Rocky Gulch Stock

ROCKY BUTTE GULCH· Campbell, Wyoming· Built 1967· Earth· 23 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Rocky Gulch Stock is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 32.5% in WY)
Dam Length1,400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage271 acre-ft
Normal Storage114 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)
NID IDWY00503

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 27, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

DURHAM RANCHES, INC.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rocky Gulch Stock?

Rocky Gulch Stock 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 Rocky Gulch Stock?

Rocky Gulch Stock is owned by DURHAM RANCHES, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rocky Gulch Stock built?

Rocky Gulch Stock was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Rocky Gulch Stock?

Rocky Gulch Stock 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 Rocky Gulch Stock?

Rocky Gulch Stock has a dam height of 23 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 Rocky Gulch Stock last inspected?

Rocky Gulch Stock was last inspected on April 27, 2021. 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.