Wilson No. 1

SHEEP CREEK· Converse, Wyoming· Built 1977· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Wilson No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 39.5% in WY)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage79 acre-ft
Normal Storage44 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge713 cfs
Year Completed1977 (49 years old)
NID IDWY01308

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: May 11, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

WAGONHOUND LAND & LIVESTOCK COMPANY, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wilson No. 1?

Wilson 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 Wilson No. 1?

Wilson No. 1 is owned by WAGONHOUND LAND & LIVESTOCK COMPANY, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Wilson No. 1 built?

Wilson No. 1 was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Wilson No. 1?

Wilson No. 1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Wilson No. 1?

Wilson No. 1 has a dam height of 25 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 Wilson No. 1 last inspected?

Wilson No. 1 was last inspected on May 11, 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.