Will

WILL DRAW· Johnson, Wyoming· Built 2008· Earth· 33 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Will is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 75.3% in WY)
Dam Length432 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage40 acre-ft
Normal Storage29 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge497 cfs
Year Completed2008 (18 years old)
NID IDWY02422

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: June 20, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO,DEQ

Ownership

USDI BLM

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Will?

Will 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 Will?

Will is owned by USDI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Will built?

Will was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 Will?

Will serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, 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 Will?

Will has a dam height of 33 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 Will last inspected?

Will was last inspected on June 20, 2023. 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.