Horse Creek

HORSE CREEK· Park, Wyoming· Built 1973· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Horse 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 26 ft (taller than 46.3% in WY)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage51 acre-ft
Normal Storage27 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge1,910 cfs
Year Completed1973 (53 years old)
NID IDWY01703

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: July 12, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

TOM HUTCHESON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Horse Creek?

Horse 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 Horse Creek?

Horse Creek is owned by TOM HUTCHESON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Horse Creek built?

Horse 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 Horse Creek?

Horse 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 Horse Creek?

Horse Creek 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 Horse Creek last inspected?

Horse Creek was last inspected on July 12, 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.