Perkins & Kinney

SOUTH FORK SAGE CREEK· Park, Wyoming· Built 1923· Earth· 35 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Perkins & Kinney is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1923 and is 103 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 35 ft (taller than 78.8% in WY)
Dam Length250 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.6K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.3K acre-ft
Surface Area57 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1923 (103 years old)
NID IDWY01129

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 12, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

HOODOO RANCH

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Perkins & Kinney?

Perkins & Kinney 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 Perkins & Kinney?

Perkins & Kinney is owned by HOODOO RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Perkins & Kinney built?

Perkins & Kinney was completed in 1923, making it 103 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 Perkins & Kinney?

Perkins & Kinney 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 Perkins & Kinney?

Perkins & Kinney has a dam height of 35 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 Perkins & Kinney last inspected?

Perkins & Kinney was last inspected on June 12, 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.