Berger

BERGER CREEK· Crook, Wyoming· Built 1954· Earth· 21 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Berger is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 26.6% in WY)
Dam Length875 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage185 acre-ft
Normal Storage84 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1954 (72 years old)
NID IDWY00919

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: August 16, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

WILLIAMS RANCH COMPANY, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Berger?

Berger 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 Berger?

Berger is owned by WILLIAMS RANCH COMPANY, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Berger built?

Berger was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Berger?

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

How tall is Berger?

Berger has a dam height of 21 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 Berger last inspected?

Berger was last inspected on August 16, 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.