Spring Creek No. 1

SPRING CREEK· Platte, Wyoming· Built 1954· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Spring Creek No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 63.1% in WY)
Dam Length640 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage170 acre-ft
Normal Storage114 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1954 (72 years old)
NID IDWY00374

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 26, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

FRED SMITH

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Spring Creek No. 1?

Spring Creek No. 1 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 Spring Creek No. 1?

Spring Creek No. 1 is owned by FRED SMITH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Spring Creek No. 1 built?

Spring Creek No. 1 was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Spring Creek No. 1?

Spring Creek No. 1 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 Spring Creek No. 1?

Spring Creek No. 1 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 Spring Creek No. 1 last inspected?

Spring Creek No. 1 was last inspected on June 26, 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.