Rough Draw

FROG CREEK· Weston, Wyoming· Built 1992· Earth· 33 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Flood Risk Reduction Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Rough Draw is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 75.3% in WY)
Dam Length620 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage16 acre-ft
Normal Storage10 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge5,620 cfs
Year Completed1992 (34 years old)
NID IDWY02085

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: May 24, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

USDA FS

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rough Draw?

Rough Draw 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 Rough Draw?

Rough Draw is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rough Draw built?

Rough Draw was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Rough Draw?

Rough Draw serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Rough Draw?

Rough Draw has a dam height of 33 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 Rough Draw last inspected?

Rough Draw was last inspected on May 24, 2011. 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.