Sheep Mountain

SPRING CREEK· Carbon, Wyoming· Built 1946· Earth· 40 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Sheep Mountain is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 40 ft (taller than 86.7% in WY)
Dam Length610 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage438 acre-ft
Normal Storage325 acre-ft
Surface Area35 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1946 (80 years old)
NID IDWY00413

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: September 15, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

MEDICINE BOW INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sheep Mountain?

Sheep Mountain 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 Sheep Mountain?

Sheep Mountain is owned by MEDICINE BOW INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Sheep Mountain built?

Sheep Mountain was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Sheep Mountain?

Sheep Mountain serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Sheep Mountain?

Sheep Mountain has a dam height of 40 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 Sheep Mountain last inspected?

Sheep Mountain was last inspected on September 15, 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.