Camino Reservoir Report
Nearby: Coulter 14-3 Iberlin
Last Updated: December 11, 2025
Camino is a privately owned earth dam located in Johnson, Wyoming, along the Middle Fork Four Mile Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1958 for irrigation purposes, the dam stands at 27 feet in height and is primarily composed of stone and soil. With a storage capacity of 196 acre-feet and a surface area of 15 acres, Camino serves as a crucial water resource in the region.
Despite its low hazard potential, Camino's condition assessment is rated as poor, highlighting the need for maintenance and potential improvements. The dam's spillway, which is uncontrolled and 150 feet wide, could pose a moderate risk in the event of a failure. Regular inspections are conducted, with the last assessment taking place in August 2021. With its strategic location and important role in irrigation, ensuring the safety and reliability of Camino is essential for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.
Climate and water resource enthusiasts interested in Camino can find detailed information about the dam's design, construction, and regulatory oversight. With the dam falling under state jurisdiction and regulatory agency oversight, including permitting, inspection, and enforcement measures, it is clear that Camino plays a vital role in water management in Wyoming. As efforts continue to maintain and improve the dam's condition, stakeholders can monitor updates on risk assessments, emergency preparedness, and overall risk management measures to ensure the long-term sustainability of this essential water resource infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
460 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
MIDDLE FORK FOUR MILE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Nid Storage |
196 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Powder River At Sussex
|
144cfs |
Clear Creek Near Buffalo
|
17cfs |
Nf Powder River Below Pass Creek
|
50cfs |
Rock Creek Near Buffalo
|
70cfs |
North Fork Powder River Near Hazelton
|
3cfs |
Piney Creek At Kearny
|
113cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Camino