Sandstone No. 1

SANDSTONE DRAW· Johnson, Wyoming· Built 2005· Earth· 39 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Sandstone No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 39 ft (taller than 85.9% in WY)
Dam Length392 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage74 acre-ft
Normal Storage51 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge12 cfs
Year Completed2005 (21 years old)
NID IDWY02372

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: August 17, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO,DEQ

Ownership

WYOMING STATE LANDS

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sandstone No. 1?

Sandstone No. 1 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 Sandstone No. 1?

Sandstone No. 1 is owned by WYOMING STATE LANDS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Sandstone No. 1 built?

Sandstone No. 1 was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Sandstone No. 1?

Sandstone No. 1 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 Sandstone No. 1?

Sandstone No. 1 has a dam height of 39 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 Sandstone No. 1 last inspected?

Sandstone No. 1 was last inspected on August 17, 2022. 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.