Sage Creek

SAGE CREEK OFFSTREAM· Carbon, Wyoming· Built 1914· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Sage Creek is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1914 and is 112 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 7.6% in WY)
Dam Length1,221 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage684 acre-ft
Normal Storage606 acre-ft
Surface Area93 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1914 (112 years old)
Year Modified2017
NID IDWY00392

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 7, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

OVERLAND TRAIL LAND AND CATTLE COMPANY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sage Creek?

Sage 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 Sage Creek?

Sage Creek is owned by OVERLAND TRAIL LAND AND CATTLE COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Sage Creek built?

Sage Creek was completed in 1914, making it 112 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 Sage Creek?

Sage 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 Sage Creek?

Sage Creek has a dam height of 13 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 Sage Creek last inspected?

Sage Creek was last inspected on October 7, 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.