White Reservoir Report
Nearby: Pine Cone No. 2 Mary No. 1
Last Updated: December 22, 2025
The White dam, located in Carbon County, Wyoming, was completed in 1971 and serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Owned privately, the dam stands at a height of 31 feet and has a hydraulic height of 26 feet. With a maximum storage capacity of 798 acre-feet, the dam's normal storage capacity is 744 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 52 acres.
Despite its fair condition assessment and low hazard potential, the White dam is regulated by the State of Wyoming and undergoes regular inspections. With a spillway type of uncontrolled and a spillway width of 30 feet, the dam is designed to mitigate risks associated with its moderate risk assessment classification. Overall, the White dam provides valuable recreational opportunities while ensuring the safety and well-being of its surrounding community.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
1100 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
WATKINS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
52 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Nid Storage |
798 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Rock Creek Ab King Canyon Canal
|
12cfs |
L Medicine Bow R At Boles Spring
|
17cfs |
Pass Creek Near Elk Mountain
|
149cfs |
Little Laramie River Near Filmore
|
671cfs |
Laramie River Near Bosler
|
1950cfs |
North Brush Creek Near Saratoga
|
11cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
White