Barker-Hutton State 13-7-56-83

PRARIE DOG CREEK· Sheridan, Wyoming· Built 2009· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Debris Control Private

Key Takeaway

Barker-Hutton State 13-7-56-83 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 15% in WY)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage133 acre-ft
Normal Storage104 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge228 cfs
Year Completed2009 (17 years old)
NID IDWY02527

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: June 21, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

MARY B. HUTTON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Barker-Hutton State 13-7-56-83?

Barker-Hutton State 13-7-56-83 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 Barker-Hutton State 13-7-56-83?

Barker-Hutton State 13-7-56-83 is owned by MARY B. HUTTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Barker-Hutton State 13-7-56-83 built?

Barker-Hutton State 13-7-56-83 was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 Barker-Hutton State 13-7-56-83?

Barker-Hutton State 13-7-56-83 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Barker-Hutton State 13-7-56-83?

Barker-Hutton State 13-7-56-83 has a dam height of 17 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 Barker-Hutton State 13-7-56-83 last inspected?

Barker-Hutton State 13-7-56-83 was last inspected on June 21, 2019. 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.