Harman Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Harman, located in Albany, Wyoming, is a Federal-owned irrigation dam on the Richard Draw river.


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Summary

Completed in 1945, this Earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet with a hydraulic height of 8 feet and a length of 780 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 307 acre-feet, with a normal storage of 87 acre-feet and a surface area of 30 acres. It is regulated by the Wyoming State Engineer's Office and undergoes regular inspections, with a hazard potential rated as low and a fair condition assessment as of July 2021.

The dam's purpose is primarily for irrigation, and it features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 168 feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the risk assessment for Harman is considered moderate, indicating the need for some risk management measures. The dam is equipped with one valve outlet gate and is located 20 miles away from Laramie. With its historical significance as a vital water resource infrastructure, Harman serves as a critical component in the water management system of Wyoming and plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural activities in the region.

Year Completed

1945

Dam Length

780

Dam Height

10

River Or Stream

RICHARD DRAW

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

30

Hydraulic Height

8

Nid Storage

307

Structural Height

10

Outlet Gates

Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

10
       
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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.