Berdine Stock

SOUTH BLUE GRASS CREEK· Albany, Wyoming· Built 1989· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Berdine Stock is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 46.3% in WY)
Dam Length380 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage73 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,200 cfs
Year Completed1989 (37 years old)
NID IDWY01634

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 15, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

GUIDE ROCK, LTD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Berdine Stock?

Berdine Stock 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 Berdine Stock?

Berdine Stock is owned by GUIDE ROCK, LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Berdine Stock built?

Berdine Stock was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Berdine Stock?

Berdine Stock serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Berdine Stock?

Berdine Stock has a dam height of 26 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 Berdine Stock last inspected?

Berdine Stock was last inspected on June 15, 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.