Graham Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 4, 2025

Graham is a privately owned irrigation dam located on Smith's Fork Creek in Uinta, Wyoming.


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Summary

The dam, completed in 1945, is an earth dam with a height of 33 feet and a length of 420 feet. It serves the primary purpose of irrigation and has a storage capacity of 221 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Wyoming State Engineer's Office and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.

Despite its low hazard potential, Graham is currently in poor condition according to a 2018 assessment. The dam has a moderate risk rating and a limited emergency action plan in place. The spillway is uncontrolled with a width of 19 feet, and there is one valve outlet gate for water release. The dam is situated in a picturesque location with a surface area of 26 acres, but it lacks proper drainage area and has a maximum discharge of 177 cfs.

With Liz Cheney as the Congresswoman representing the area, Graham continues to be a crucial resource for the local community in Mountain View, Wyoming. As a water resource and climate enthusiast, it is important to monitor the condition of dams like Graham to ensure the safety of both people and the environment, especially in the face of changing climate patterns and increasing water demand.

Year Completed

1945

Dam Length

420

Dam Height

33

River Or Stream

SMITH'S FORK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

26

Hydraulic Height

28

Nid Storage

221

Structural Height

33

Outlet Gates

Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

33
       
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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.