Clear Creek

CLEAR CREEK, TRIB. CROW CREEK· Laramie, Wyoming· Built 1910· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Clear Creek is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 39.5% in WY)
Dam Length720 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage92 acre-ft
Normal Storage69 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1910 (116 years old)
NID IDWY00058

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 13, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

SWAN RANCH, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Clear Creek?

Clear 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 Clear Creek?

Clear Creek is owned by SWAN RANCH, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Clear Creek built?

Clear Creek was completed in 1910, making it 116 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 Clear Creek?

Clear 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 Clear Creek?

Clear Creek has a dam height of 25 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 Clear Creek last inspected?

Clear Creek was last inspected on August 13, 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.