Battle Creek

BATTLE CREEK· Crook, Wyoming· Built 1973· Earth· 33 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Battle Creek is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 75.3% in WY)
Dam Length1,350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage978 acre-ft
Normal Storage667 acre-ft
Surface Area81 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1973 (53 years old)
NID IDWY00924

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 27, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

MCDONALD LAND LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Battle Creek?

Battle Creek 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 Battle Creek?

Battle Creek is owned by MCDONALD LAND LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Battle Creek built?

Battle Creek was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Battle Creek?

Battle Creek serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Battle Creek?

Battle Creek has a dam height of 33 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 Battle Creek last inspected?

Battle Creek was last inspected on June 27, 2023. 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.