Roda Baugh

RODABAUGH DRAW· Weston, Wyoming· Built 1940· Earth· 25 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Roda Baugh is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 39.5% in WY)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage95 acre-ft
Normal Storage56 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1940 (86 years old)
NID IDWY00618

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: June 26, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

CHRISTENSEN RANCH

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Roda Baugh?

Roda Baugh 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 Roda Baugh?

Roda Baugh is owned by CHRISTENSEN RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Roda Baugh built?

Roda Baugh was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Roda Baugh?

Roda Baugh 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 Roda Baugh?

Roda Baugh 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 Roda Baugh last inspected?

Roda Baugh was last inspected on June 26, 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.