West

WEST DRAW· Johnson, Wyoming· Built 1962· Earth· 31 ft tall

Key Takeaway

West is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 70.8% in WY)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage59 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDWY00752

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 10, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

BOOTJACK LAND COMPANY, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of West?

West 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 West?

West is owned by BOOTJACK LAND COMPANY, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was West built?

West was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 West?

West 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 West?

West has a dam height of 31 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 West last inspected?

West was last inspected on August 10, 2021. 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.