Karl Reservoir Report
Nearby: Stevens No. 2 Phil No. 2
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Karl is a privately owned Earth dam located in Clearmont, Wyoming, along the Walters Draw river.
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Summary
Completed in 1958, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and as a small fish pond. With a height of 33 feet and a hydraulic height of 28 feet, Karl has a storage capacity of 91 acre-feet and a surface area of 6 acres.
Although Karl has a low hazard potential, its condition assessment is poor, indicating the need for maintenance and repairs. The dam lacks outlet gates and is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway that is 50 feet wide. Despite the moderate risk associated with the dam, it has not been assigned a Dam Safety Action Classification (DSAC) date, suggesting a need for further risk assessment and management measures.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts should take note of Karl's location and its role in regulating water flow in the area. With its historical significance and potential impact on the surrounding ecosystem, Karl serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and monitoring our water infrastructure for the long-term sustainability of our natural resources.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
190 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
WALTERS DRAW |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
91 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
33 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Piney Creek At Kearny
|
113cfs |
Clear Creek Near Buffalo
|
12cfs |
Rock Creek Near Buffalo
|
70cfs |
South Piney Creek At Willow Park
|
0cfs |
Powder River At Arvada
|
156cfs |
Wild Horse Creek Near Arvada
|
0cfs |
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.
Karl