Slates No. 1
Key Takeaway
Slates No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 50.7% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 594 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00612 |
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
J.P. WERNER & SONS, INC.
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Slates No. 1?
Slates 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 Slates No. 1?
Slates No. 1 is owned by J.P. WERNER & SONS, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Slates No. 1 built?
Slates No. 1 was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Slates No. 1?
Slates No. 1 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 Slates No. 1?
Slates No. 1 has a dam height of 27 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 Slates No. 1 last inspected?
Slates No. 1 was last inspected on June 3, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.