Kruger Creek Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Kruger Creek, located in Crook, Wyoming, is a private irrigation dam constructed in 1976 by designer William D.


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Summary

Cook. The earth dam stands at 30 feet in height and spans 1150 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 673 acre-feet and a surface area of 57 acres. The dam serves the primary purpose of irrigation for the surrounding area and is regulated by the Wyoming State Engineer's Office.

Despite its significance in providing water for irrigation, Kruger Creek Dam has been assessed as being in poor condition with a significant hazard potential. The last inspection in April 2020 revealed the dam's structural integrity to be compromised, highlighting the need for immediate attention and potential risk management measures. The dam's spillway remains uncontrolled with a width of 100 feet, posing a potential risk in the event of high discharge.

With the dam's condition assessed as poor and a moderate risk level assigned, stakeholders and water resource enthusiasts need to be aware of the potential hazards associated with Kruger Creek Dam. As the primary source of irrigation for the region, efforts must be made to address the dam's structural issues and ensure the safety of downstream communities and farmlands. Monitoring and maintenance of the dam are crucial to prevent any potential emergencies and to safeguard the water resources and climate in the area.

Year Completed

1976

Dam Length

1150

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

KRUGER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

57

Hydraulic Height

20

Drainage Area

7

Nid Storage

673

Structural Height

30

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 0

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

30
       
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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.
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