Kilpatrick

KILPATRICK CREEK· Crook, Wyoming· Built 1971· Earth· 45 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Kilpatrick is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 45 ft (taller than 91.2% in WY)
Dam Length970 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage885 acre-ft
Normal Storage570 acre-ft
Surface Area55 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDWY00887

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: April 21, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

JENSEN RANCH, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kilpatrick?

Kilpatrick 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 Kilpatrick?

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

When was Kilpatrick built?

Kilpatrick was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Kilpatrick?

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

How tall is Kilpatrick?

Kilpatrick has a dam height of 45 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 Kilpatrick last inspected?

Kilpatrick was last inspected on April 21, 2020. 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.