Wjs

S. PRONG WILD HORSE· Campbell, Wyoming· Built 2002· Earth· 20 ft tall

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 Length1,030 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage135 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge6,480 cfs
Year Completed2002 (24 years old)
NID IDWY02300

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 6, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

SCHLAUTMANN RANCH LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.