Bear Creek No. 1 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
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Summary
1 is a private irrigation dam located in Converse, Wyoming, on the Bear Creek river. Completed in 1972, this Earth dam stands at a height of 19 feet and has a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is currently rated in poor condition, with a last inspection date in June 2017.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 340 feet and an outlet gate consisting of a single valve. Although the risk assessment for Bear Creek No. 1 is moderate, its emergency action plan and inundation maps are currently not up to date. With a drainage area of 0 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 57 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in providing water for irrigation in the region.
Overall, Bear Creek No. 1 serves as a vital piece of infrastructure for water resource management in the area, despite its current condition assessment. As a climate enthusiast or water resource professional, staying informed about the maintenance and potential upgrades to this dam is essential for ensuring the continued availability of water for agricultural purposes in Converse, Wyoming.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
980 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
BEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
19 |
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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.
Bear Creek No. 1