North Poker Creek Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

North Poker Creek is a privately owned irrigation dam located in Kaycee, Wyoming.


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Summary

Built in 1963, this earth dam stands at a height of 33 feet and has a hydraulic height of 28 feet. With a storage capacity of 47 acre-feet, it primarily serves the purposes of irrigation, fire protection, stock, and small fish pond maintenance. The dam is situated on North Poker Creek and covers a surface area of 4 acres, supporting the surrounding agricultural activities in the region.

Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, North Poker Creek dam undergoes regular inspections every five years to ensure its safety and structural integrity. The spillway type is uncontrolled with a width of 20 feet, designed to manage any excess water flow during periods of heavy rainfall or snowmelt. Located in Congressional District 00, Wyoming, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area, supporting the local community's water needs and agricultural activities. With its moderate risk assessment rating, the dam management authorities are continuously monitoring and implementing necessary risk management measures to maintain its functionality and safety for the future.

Year Completed

1963

Dam Length

286

Dam Height

33

River Or Stream

NORTH POKER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Hydraulic Height

28

Nid Storage

47

Structural Height

33

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

33
       
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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.