Mule Creek

MULE CREEK· Albany, Wyoming· Built 1911· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Mule Creek is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1911 and is 115 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 63.1% in WY)
Dam Length690 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage167 acre-ft
Normal Storage116 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1911 (115 years old)
NID IDWY00339

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: October 9, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

MULE CREEK RANCH LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mule Creek?

Mule 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 Mule Creek?

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

When was Mule Creek built?

Mule Creek was completed in 1911, making it 115 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 Mule Creek?

Mule Creek serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Mule Creek?

Mule Creek has a dam height of 30 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 Mule Creek last inspected?

Mule Creek was last inspected on October 9, 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.