Mitch

NORTH FORK CRACKER CREEK· Campbell, Wyoming· Built 1953· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Mitch is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 46.3% in WY)
Dam Length410 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage173 acre-ft
Normal Storage90 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1953 (73 years old)
NID IDWY01082

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 23, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

MARK & JOAN BUSENITZ

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mitch?

Mitch 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 Mitch?

Mitch is owned by MARK & JOAN BUSENITZ (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mitch built?

Mitch was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Mitch?

Mitch 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 Mitch?

Mitch 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 Mitch last inspected?

Mitch was last inspected on June 23, 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.