Iron Mountain Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Iron Mountain is a historic earth dam located in Albany, Wyoming, along the South Sybille Creek.


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Summary

Built in 1910 for irrigation purposes, the dam stands at 35 feet high and has a storage capacity of 242 acre-feet. With a spillway width of 25 feet and a low hazard potential, Iron Mountain is classified as having fair condition assessment and moderate risk level.

Owned by a private entity and regulated by the Wyoming State Engineer's Office, Iron Mountain is subject to regular inspections and enforcement measures to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations. The dam features a single valve outlet gate and is situated in a picturesque setting with a surface area of 7 acres. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam's spillway can handle maximum discharges effectively.

Iron Mountain serves as a testament to early 20th-century engineering and continues to provide vital irrigation water to the surrounding area. With its stone core and soil foundation, the dam stands as a reminder of the importance of water resource management in the face of changing climate patterns. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Iron Mountain offers a fascinating glimpse into the intersection of history, infrastructure, and environmental stewardship.

Year Completed

1910

Dam Length

270

Dam Height

35

River Or Stream

SOUTH SYBILLE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7

Hydraulic Height

33

Nid Storage

242

Structural Height

35

Outlet Gates

Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

35
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.