Williams & Blunk No. 1
Key Takeaway
Williams & Blunk No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 35.6% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 484 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00110 |
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
OLD ELK RANCH AX, LLC
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Williams & Blunk No. 1?
Williams & Blunk 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 Williams & Blunk No. 1?
Williams & Blunk No. 1 is owned by OLD ELK RANCH AX, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Williams & Blunk No. 1 built?
Williams & Blunk No. 1 was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Williams & Blunk No. 1?
Williams & Blunk No. 1 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 Williams & Blunk No. 1?
Williams & Blunk 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 Williams & Blunk No. 1 last inspected?
Williams & Blunk No. 1 was last inspected on July 22, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.