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WERNER RANCH SITE

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Soil Dam Werner Draw
April 12, 2025


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The Werner Ranch Site in Wyoming is a privately owned Earth dam constructed in 1982 by designer Randall L. Pellatz. Located in Converse County along the Werner Draw river, this dam stands at 18 feet high and has a storage capacity of 113 acre-feet. With a surface area of 12 acres and a drainage area of 0.1 square miles, the dam serves a primary purpose of "Other" and is classified as having a significant hazard potential.

Despite being in fair condition as of the last inspection in June 2019, the Werner Ranch Site poses a high risk due to its location and design. With a spillway type of "None" and a single valve for outlet control, this dam is in need of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The site is not under the jurisdiction of any federal agency but is regulated and permitted by the State of Wyoming through the State Engineer's Office.

Climate and water resource enthusiasts interested in the Werner Ranch Site can appreciate the unique challenges and importance of maintaining private dams in rural areas. With a risk assessment rating of "High (2)" and a designated inspection frequency of every 5 years, this dam serves as a reminder of the critical role of proper infrastructure management in safeguarding communities and ecosystems against the impacts of extreme weather events and changing climate conditions.

Year_Completed 1982
Dam_Height 18
River_Or_Stream WERNER DRAW
Dam_Length 1100
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 12
Hydraulic_Height 15
Drainage_Area 0.1
Nid_Storage 113
Structural_Height 18
Outlet_Gates Valve - 1
Hazard_Potential Significant
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 18
       

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