Red Creek Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Red Creek Dam, located in Natrona, Wyoming, is a gravity dam primarily designed for debris control on the Red Creek.


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Summary

Built in 1966 by the Bureau of Land Management, this dam stands at a structural height of 32 feet with a hydraulic height of 26 feet. With a storage capacity of 27.72 acre-feet and a normal storage of 19 acre-feet, the dam serves its purpose efficiently while also boasting a spillway width of 2 feet for uncontrolled water discharge.

Despite its low hazard potential, Red Creek Dam has been assessed as unsatisfactory in condition, highlighting the need for regular inspections and maintenance. The last inspection was conducted in July 2017, with a recommended inspection frequency of every 5 years. With moderate risk and no emergency action plan in place, there is room for improvement in risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the dam.

Overall, Red Creek Dam is a vital infrastructure owned and managed by the Bureau of Land Management, serving the important purpose of debris control on Red Creek. As a key component of water resource management in the area, ongoing monitoring and maintenance are crucial to mitigate potential risks and ensure the continued functionality of the dam for both water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.

Year Completed

1966

Dam Length

429

River Or Stream

RED CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Gravity

Surface Area

7.7

Hydraulic Height

26

Nid Storage

27.72

Structural Height

32

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

32
       
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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.