Wortham, located in Washakie, Wyoming, is a privately owned irrigation dam on Gooseberry Creek with a primary purpose of providing water for agricultural use. Completed in 1915, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 115 acre-feet. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 16 feet, and it is equipped with a single valve outlet gate.

Despite being classified as low hazard potential with fair condition assessment, Wortham's risk assessment is moderate. The dam has a regular inspection frequency of 5 years, with the most recent inspection conducted in June 2021. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are not specified in the data, indicating potential areas for improvement in emergency preparedness and response.

Located in Congressional District 00, Wortham is overseen by the SEO regulatory agency in Wyoming. With its historical significance dating back over a century, Wortham serves as a vital resource for water supply in the region, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring its structural integrity for sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions.