Sand Draw
Key Takeaway
Sand Draw is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 91.2% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00562 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
USDI BLM
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sand Draw?
Sand 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 Sand Draw?
Sand Draw is owned by USDI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sand Draw built?
Sand Draw was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Sand Draw?
Sand Draw serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Sand Draw?
Sand Draw has a dam height of 45 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 Sand Draw last inspected?
Sand Draw was last inspected on July 3, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.