Rucki

LITTLE BADGER CREEK· Sheridan, Wyoming· Built 1976· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Rucki is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 55% in WY)
Dam Length675 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage200 acre-ft
Normal Storage136 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Max Discharge507 cfs
Year Completed1976 (50 years old)
NID IDWY02559

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 29, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

GORGEOUS GEORGE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rucki?

Rucki 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 Rucki?

Rucki is owned by GORGEOUS GEORGE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rucki built?

Rucki was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Rucki?

Rucki serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, 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 Rucki?

Rucki has a dam height of 28 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 Rucki last inspected?

Rucki was last inspected on April 29, 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.