Smith No. 1

HOMESTEAD DRAW· Johnson, Wyoming· Built 1957· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Smith No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 50.7% in WY)
Dam Length320 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage118 acre-ft
Normal Storage65 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDWY00775

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: July 6, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

JOHN ZEZAS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Smith No. 1?

Smith 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 Smith No. 1?

Smith No. 1 is owned by JOHN ZEZAS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Smith No. 1 built?

Smith No. 1 was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Smith No. 1?

Smith 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 Smith No. 1?

Smith 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 Smith No. 1 last inspected?

Smith No. 1 was last inspected on July 6, 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.