Pine Creek Reservoir Report
Nearby: Pine Cone No. 1 Pine Cone No. 2
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Pine Creek is a privately owned dam in Carbon, Wyoming, with a primary purpose of irrigation.
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Summary
Built in 1987 by designer Daniel B. Kennedy, this Earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a storage capacity of 17 acre-feet. The dam spans 480 feet in length and has a spillway width of 18 feet, with a maximum discharge of 99 cubic feet per second.
Located on the Pine Creek river, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources for irrigation in the region. With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Pine Creek presents a moderate risk level that is continuously monitored and inspected. Despite its relatively small surface area of 2 acres and drainage area of 0.5 square miles, Pine Creek serves as a vital water resource infrastructure in the area.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Pine Creek offers a glimpse into the intricate network of dams and reservoirs that sustain agricultural activities in Wyoming. With its regulated state jurisdiction and compliance with inspection and enforcement standards, Pine Creek embodies the importance of responsible water management in a changing climate. As a key player in the irrigation landscape, Pine Creek showcases the intersection of engineering, environmental stewardship, and water resource sustainability in the region.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Length |
480 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
PINE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
0.5 |
Nid Storage |
17 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
Pine Creek