Upper Rock Creek, also known as Rock Creek/Atlantic City Mine, is a private-owned water resource located in Fremont County, Wyoming.
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This dam, constructed in 1961 by C E Spurlock, stands at a height of 101 feet and has a capacity of 3158 acre-feet. With a significant hazard potential and a fair condition assessment, the dam is closely regulated and inspected by the Wyoming State Engineer's Office to ensure its safety and functionality.
The primary purpose of Upper Rock Creek is classified as 'Other', with a controlled spillway type and a maximum discharge of 2200 cubic feet per second. The dam plays a crucial role in water management, flood control, and irrigation in the region, covering a drainage area of 3.5 square miles. Despite its very high risk assessment ranking, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are currently not available, posing potential challenges in emergency response and mitigation efforts.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Upper Rock Creek offers a fascinating case study of dam infrastructure in a rural setting. Its strategic location in Atlantic City, Wyoming, along the Rock Creek stream, showcases the intersection of human-made structures with natural water systems, highlighting the importance of sustainable management practices and risk assessment in safeguarding critical water resources in the face of climate change and increasing environmental pressures.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
720 |
Dam Height |
101 |
River Or Stream |
ROCK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
68 |
Hydraulic Height |
91 |
Drainage Area |
3.5 |
Nid Storage |
3158 |
Structural Height |
101 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
101 |