W. V. Middlemist is a private dam located in Adams County, Colorado, specifically in the city of Snyder. Completed in 1954, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 15 feet and spans a length of 1060 feet. With a storage capacity of 160 acre-feet and a normal storage of 60 acre-feet, it serves the primary purposes of fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond maintenance. The dam's hydraulic height matches its structural height, ensuring its functionality for flood risk reduction as well.

Situated on the Badger Creek tributary, W. V. Middlemist has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. Although last inspected in 1994 with a frequency of every 6 years, the dam's condition remains unrated. Despite lacking Emergency Action Plan (EAP) preparation, the dam's uncontrolled spillway with a width of 210 feet and a maximum discharge of 9500 cubic feet per second indicates a level of preparedness for potential emergencies. Overall, W. V. Middlemist stands as a vital water resource structure in Colorado, with regulatory oversight by the State's Division of Water Resources (DWR) ensuring its continued safe operation and maintenance.