Myers Reservoir Report
Nearby: Martin Sulphur Creek
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Myers, a private water resource structure located in Uinta, Wyoming, serves the primary purpose of irrigation and was completed in 1954 by designer David P.
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Summary
Miller. The dam, standing at 35 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 30 feet, holds a maximum storage capacity of 769 acre-feet and a normal storage of 557 acre-feet. Despite its significant hazard potential and poor condition assessment, Myers has undergone regular inspections, with the last one conducted in July 2019.
This earth dam on Mill Creek offstream in Woodruff, UT, features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 30 feet and an outlet gate consisting of a single valve. The dam's surface area covers 49 acres, with a drainage area of 0, and it spans 1480 feet in length. Although it has not been modified over the years and lacks associated structures, Myers remains under state jurisdiction and regulation, with permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes in place to ensure its safety and compliance.
With a moderate risk assessment rating and a congressional representative of Liz Cheney (R), Myers presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts. As efforts continue to maintain and manage this aging irrigation structure, its role in supporting agricultural activities while addressing potential environmental challenges highlights the complex interplay between water infrastructure, regulatory oversight, and community resilience in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
1480 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
MILL CREEK OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
49 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
769 |
Structural Height |
43 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
43 |
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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.
Myers
MP 51.5 to Chalk Creek Bridge