Strong No. 1
Key Takeaway
Strong No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 35.6% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00134 |
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
STRONG CREEK RANCH (RAY GARSON)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Strong No. 1?
Strong 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 Strong No. 1?
Strong No. 1 is owned by STRONG CREEK RANCH (RAY GARSON) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Strong No. 1 built?
Strong No. 1 was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Strong No. 1?
Strong 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 Strong No. 1?
Strong No. 1 has a dam height of 24 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 Strong No. 1 last inspected?
Strong No. 1 was last inspected on August 27, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.