Valarie Irrigation Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mary Stock Bunker Butte
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Valarie Irrigation, located in Campbell, Wyoming, along Valerie Draw, is a privately owned earth dam that primarily serves the purpose of irrigation.
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Summary
Constructed in 1962, this structure stands at 30 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 25 feet and a length of 925 feet. With a storage capacity of 207 acre-feet, it covers a surface area of 15 acres and has a spillway width of 150 feet. Despite its poor condition assessment, Valarie Irrigation poses a low hazard potential and has a moderate risk assessment rating.
Operated under the jurisdiction of the State Engineer's Office in Wyoming, this irrigation facility is subject to state regulations, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam features a single slide gate for outlet control and is categorized as a stone-core earth dam with a foundation in soil. While it has not undergone significant modifications since its completion, Valarie Irrigation is inspected every five years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. In case of emergencies, the facility's emergency action plan and risk management measures are yet to be fully prepared and implemented.
Despite its age and current condition, Valarie Irrigation continues to play a crucial role in supporting agricultural activities in the region. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, monitoring and maintaining such irrigation infrastructure is essential to ensure sustainable water management practices and the resilience of the surrounding ecosystem. With a focus on improving its condition assessment and emergency preparedness, Valarie Irrigation can continue to contribute positively to the local community and economy while mitigating potential risks associated with its operation.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
925 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
VALERIE DRAW |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
207 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
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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.
Valarie Irrigation