Roda Baugh Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
Roda Baugh is a privately owned earth dam located in the Clareton Oil Field in Weston, Wyoming.
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Summary
Built in 1940, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and as a small fish pond. With a height of 25 feet and a length of 300 feet, it has a storage capacity of 95 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 7 acres.
The dam is regulated by the Wyoming State Engineer's Office and is inspected regularly, with the last assessment conducted in June 2020. It has a low hazard potential and is classified as being in fair condition. In the event of an emergency, the dam is equipped with a single valve outlet gate and an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 50 feet. The risk assessment for Roda Baugh is moderate (3), indicating a need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures.
Located along the Rodabaugh Draw river, Roda Baugh plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. Climate enthusiasts and water resource professionals can appreciate the historical significance and functional importance of this dam in providing essential services for both human and wildlife populations in the area. Its design, construction, and regulatory oversight offer valuable insights into sustainable water infrastructure practices in Wyoming.
Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
RODABAUGH DRAW |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
95 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Roda Baugh