Wjs
Key Takeaway
Wjs is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 21.5% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 1,030 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,480 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | WY02300 |
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
SCHLAUTMANN RANCH LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wjs?
Wjs 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 Wjs?
Wjs is owned by SCHLAUTMANN RANCH LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wjs built?
Wjs was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Wjs?
Wjs 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 Wjs?
Wjs has a dam height of 20 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 Wjs last inspected?
Wjs was last inspected on August 6, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.