Mitch Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Mitch is a private irrigation dam located in Campbell, Wyoming, on the North Fork Cracker Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1953, this earth dam stands at 26 feet high and spans 410 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 173 acre-feet. Despite its age, Mitch is in fair condition and has a low hazard potential, making it a reliable structure for water resource management in the region.
The dam, managed by a private owner, is regulated by the State Engineer's Office in Wyoming and undergoes regular inspections every five years. With a spillway width of 200 feet and no outlet gates, Mitch is designed to handle uncontrolled releases of water during periods of high flow. Its primary purpose of irrigation serves the local agricultural community, providing water for crop production and sustaining the surrounding ecosystem.
Located in a picturesque setting near CAMP CREEK, SD, Mitch plays a crucial role in water supply management and flood control in the region. With its stone core and soil foundation, the dam is a testament to engineering excellence and sustainable water resource development. Climate enthusiasts and water resource experts alike can appreciate the importance of structures like Mitch in ensuring a stable and reliable water supply for current and future generations.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Length |
410 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
NORTH FORK CRACKER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Nid Storage |
173 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
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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.
Mitch