Expert Engineering Services
The trusted choice for engineering services in Sheridan, WY
Engineering Expertise in Sheridan, WY
At Wagner Ranch Services, we work closely with licensed civil engineers and trusted design professionals to support landowners, ranchers, and developers across Sheridan County and beyond. From mine planning and impoundment design to surveying, road layout, and septic system permitting, our team helps you take your project from raw land to fully approved plans, backed by engineering that works for the land.
We’ve helped dozens of clients plan, design, and prepare their projects with the right engineering support, tailored to meet Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) requirements and local conditions.
Whether you’re improving your ranch, developing rural property, or restoring a streambank, we’ll make sure your project is handled with care, expertise, and Wyoming-built experience.
+10 years of experience Equipment to handle projects of any size and complexity We ensure every project we work on is safe The trusted choice for engineering services in sheridan, WY
impoundments
Designing and building impoundments, such as livestock watering ponds, stock reservoirs, and small agricultural dams, requires careful engineering to ensure they perform safely and efficiently across all four seasons.
Wagner Ranch Services works with licensed engineers to provide: Site evaluation and hydrologic studies, Embankment and basin design, Spillway and outlet planning, Sediment and erosion controls, DEQ permitting, and state water rights compliance
Impoundments serve a wide range of purposes: irrigation storage, livestock watering, fire protection, or habitat creation. But regardless of their use, the engineering must ensure that the structure will hold water effectively, resist erosion, and comply with local regulations.
Our team can guide you through feasibility, design, and permitting, then move seamlessly into excavation and construction once approvals are in place.
“A properly engineered impoundment saves water, supports your operation, and stands up to Wyoming’s tough climate.”
Mine Planning
Whether you’re operating a scoria pit, gravel source, or private material site, mine planning is essential for safety, regulatory compliance, and long-term usability. Wagner Ranch Services partners with engineers and geotechnical consultants to support responsible and productive mine development across Northern Wyoming.
Our mine planning support includes: Site mapping and resource volume estimates, Extraction phasing and material quality analysis, Slope stability and cut/fill balancing, Access roads and drainage infrastructure, DEQ submittals and Small Mine Permit coordination
We help landowners and contractors develop efficient mining strategies that meet state mining and reclamation standards while maximizing the usability of each pit.
Whether you’re opening a new gravel pit or expanding an existing site, we’ll walk you through the required planning steps, coordinate with engineers, and help you stay compliant with DEQ’s Land Quality Division rules.
“With the right mine plan, you get safer operations, better yield, and fewer surprises down the road.”
Roads
Rural and ranch roads are the backbone of any successful development or working property. Our team works with engineers to help plan and design roads that hold up to weather, traffic, and long-term use—without draining your budget.
We assist with: Preliminary road layout and alignment, Grading and slope design, Crossings, culverts, and drainage structures, Subgrade stabilization and gravel spec recommendations, Access planning and easement coordination (if needed)
Our roads are designed to serve everything from daily ranch traffic to heavy equipment hauling, ensuring year-round access across even the most remote terrain.
Wagner Ranch Services brings field knowledge to every road plan, ensuring that what gets drawn on paper will actually work in the Wyoming landscape.
“Our road designs don’t just look good, they work better, last longer, and fit the way your land really moves.”
Septic Systems
In most of rural Wyoming, every home, bunkhouse, or ranch shop needs a properly engineered septic system. We make that process simple by working with local engineers to deliver septic designs that meet DEQ standards, suit your site’s soil, and support your structure’s capacity needs.
Our septic system engineering services include: Site and soil analysis (including perk tests); System layout and tank/leach field design; Effluent flow calculations; Setback, topography, and elevation planning, Full permitting support with Wyoming DEQ
We’ve supported dozens of septic system designs for homes, barns, ranch facilities, and rural subdivisions, and we know what works (and what causes headaches later on).
Once your system is approved, we also offer full septic excavation and installation, keeping everything under one trusted team.
“From permitting to installation, we make septic planning stress-free, and done right the first time.”
Surveying
Successful development starts with an accurate understanding of the land. We coordinate with licensed land surveyors to provide professional surveying services for new builds, subdivisions, easement access, infrastructure design, and more.
Surveying services we coordinate include:
Boundary and property line surveys
Topographic mapping
Construction staking
Easement and access surveys
ALTA/NSPS and subdivision plats
Having accurate, up-to-date surveys can save significant time and money during engineering, permitting, and construction. Whether you need to verify boundaries, plan infrastructure, or prepare a subdivision plat, we’ll connect you with experienced surveyors who know how to work with Wyoming’s terrain and requirements.
“Good plans start with good data. We make sure your project is built on accurate surveying every step of the way.
Stream Restoration
From washed-out crossings to degraded creek beds, Wagner Ranch Services supports engineered stream restoration projects that improve water quality, restore natural flow, and protect your land from erosion and flooding.
Working with engineers and hydrologists, we help develop restoration plans that include:
Site assessment and stream channel modeling
Grade control structures and bank stabilization
In-stream habitat features
Riparian planting and erosion matting
Sediment transport and flow control
Stream restoration is more than just fixing damage; it’s about designing a long-term solution that works with the natural flow of the land. We ensure the restoration design meets both ecological goals and state regulatory requirements.
Once the design is finalized, we can also execute the construction and grading work required to bring your project to life.
“Healthy streams protect your land, livestock, and water systems. We help restore function and peace of mind.”
Let’s Get to Work
Whether you’re building infrastructure for your ranch, developing land, restoring a stream, or opening a new gravel pit, Wagner Ranch Services is here to guide your project through every step of the planning and permitting process.
We coordinate with licensed engineers and surveyors to develop plans that:
Meet Wyoming DEQ and local requirements
Protect your investment
Streamline construction and approvals
Set you up for long-term success
We’ve helped ranchers, contractors, and property owners across Sheridan and Johnson Counties take their projects from paper to production, backed by solid plans and trusted partnerships.
👉 Reach out today to schedule a consultation, request an estimate, or learn more about how we can help engineer your next step forward.
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We’re happy to help you with all of your needs. Feel free to give us a call at (307) 752 – 2787 or submit your inquiry here
We provide engineering, excavation, custom crushing services, and material sales. We are based in Sheridan Wyoming.