Rulon

JUNIPER DRAW· Crook, Wyoming· Built 2006· Earth· 34 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Rulon is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 34 ft (taller than 77.4% in WY)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage40 acre-ft
Normal Storage29 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge702 cfs
Year Completed2006 (20 years old)
NID IDWY02462

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 18, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

USDI BLM

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rulon?

Rulon 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 Rulon?

Rulon is owned by USDI BLM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rulon built?

Rulon was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Rulon?

Rulon 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 Rulon?

Rulon has a dam height of 34 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 Rulon last inspected?

Rulon was last inspected on April 18, 2018. 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.