Hart Enlargement Of Tippacanoe No. 1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Hart Enlargement of Tippacanoe No.


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Summary

1, also known as Enl. of 251r, is a privately owned irrigation dam located in Park, Wyoming. Completed in 1908, this earth dam stands at a height of 12 feet and has a storage capacity of 242 acre-feet, making it a vital resource for agricultural water supply in the region. Despite its historical significance, the dam is currently in poor condition, with a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating.

Situated on Paint Creek offstream, the Hart Enlargement of Tippacanoe No. 1 plays a crucial role in water management in the area. With its uncontrolled spillway and slide gate outlet, the dam serves as a key infrastructure for regulating water flow and ensuring stable irrigation practices. However, with a condition assessment indicating poor maintenance, there is a pressing need for restoration efforts to enhance the safety and efficiency of this essential water resource.

As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, maintaining and improving dams like the Hart Enlargement of Tippacanoe No. 1 becomes increasingly important. With state regulation, inspection, and enforcement in place, there is an opportunity to address the dam's current challenges and secure its role in sustaining water resources for future generations. Efforts to enhance the dam's condition and mitigate risks will be crucial in ensuring its continued contribution to the local agricultural community and ecosystem.

Year Completed

1908

Dam Length

730

Dam Height

12

River Or Stream

PAINT CREEK OFFSTREAM

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

29

Hydraulic Height

9

Nid Storage

242

Structural Height

12

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

12
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.