Redland dam
Redland
Redland, located in Washakie County, Wyoming, is a federal-owned structure designed by Walter J Pilch for fire protection, stock, or small fish pond purposes. Completed in 1964, the Redland dam is an earth structure with a height of 27 feet and a length of 380 feet, providing a storage capacity of 41 acre-feet. This low hazard potential dam has a fair condition assessment as of June 2018 and is regularly inspected every 5 years to ensure its safety.
Situated on Redland Draw, this dam serves as a critical resource in the region, with a primary purpose of safeguarding against wildfires and supporting livestock and aquatic life. Despite its modest surface area of 4 acres and limited drainage area, Redland plays a significant role in the local ecosystem by providing essential water storage and management. Additionally, the dam's uncontrolled spillway and lack of outlet gates indicate a simplistic yet effective design for its intended functions.
With its moderate risk assessment and fair condition, Redland remains a vital component of the water resource infrastructure in Washakie County. As climate change continues to impact water availability and distribution, structures like Redland play a crucial role in maintaining water security and resiliency in the face of evolving environmental challenges. By ensuring regular inspections and maintenance, Redland can continue to fulfill its intended purposes for years to come, serving as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management in the region.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Redland -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Bighorn R At Worland Wyo | 4,350 cfs | → |
| North Fork Powder River Near Hazelton | 3 cfs | → |
| Middle Fork Powder River Near Barnum | 27 cfs | → |
| Nf Powder River Below Pass Creek | 50 cfs | → |
| Bighorn River At Basin | 977 cfs | → |
| Wind R Bl Boysen Res Wyo | 819 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Redland.
Campgrounds
- Castle Gardens Scenic Area Campsite 3
- Castle Gardens Scenic Area Campsite 2
- Castle Gardens Scenic Area Campsite 1
- Castle Gardens Scenic Area Campground
- Leigh Creek Campground
- Leigh Creek
Track Redland in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Redland
Where does the data for Redland come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Redland.