Berger Reservoir Report
Nearby: E. E. Wakeman Keyhole
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Crook County, Wyoming, the Berger dam on Berger Creek was completed in 1954 for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
The private dam, standing at a height of 21 feet and with a hydraulic height of 16 feet, has a storage capacity of 185 acre-feet and serves as a crucial resource for the local community in Hulett. With a surface area of 16 acres and a spillway width of 200 feet, the dam is regulated by the Wyoming State Engineer's Office and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality.
Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the Berger dam poses a moderate risk, prompting ongoing risk management measures to mitigate potential issues. The dam's emergency action plan status and inundation maps preparedness remain unclear, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and preparedness efforts. As a vital water resource in the region, the Berger dam plays a crucial role in water management and conservation efforts, making it a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in sustainable water infrastructure development and maintenance.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
875 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
BERGER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
185 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
21 |
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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.
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