West Side No. 4 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

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Summary

4 is a privately owned irrigation dam located in Converse, Wyoming, along the La Prele Creek offstream. Built in 1946, this earth dam stands at 23 feet high and spans 236 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 123 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is currently rated in poor condition as of the last inspection in July 2018.

Managed by the Wyoming State Engineer's Office, West Side No. 4 plays a crucial role in water resource management and agriculture in the region. With a controlled spillway width of 40 feet and an outlet gate system, this dam ensures water supply for irrigation purposes in the area. However, the dam's poor condition highlights the need for regular maintenance and risk management measures to secure its long-term functionality and safety.

As a part of the broader water infrastructure network in Wyoming, West Side No. 4 underscores the importance of proper regulation, inspection, and enforcement to mitigate potential risks and ensure sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions. With its moderate risk assessment rating, stakeholders must prioritize the upkeep and modernization of this essential irrigation structure to safeguard water availability and security for the local community and ecosystem.

Year Completed

1946

Dam Length

236

Dam Height

23

River Or Stream

LA PRELE CREEK OFFSTREAM

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10

Hydraulic Height

20

Nid Storage

123

Structural Height

23

Outlet Gates

Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

23
       
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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.