Turkey Springs Reservoir Report
Nearby: Austin No. 1 Posy No. 1
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Turkey Springs is a private irrigation dam located in Natrona, Wyoming, along Turkey Springs Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1914, this Earth dam stands at 29 feet high and spans 462 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 200 acre-feet. Despite its age, the dam is still in use for irrigation purposes, with a single valve serving as the outlet gate.
Although the dam is classified as having a low hazard potential, its condition assessment is rated as poor, indicating a need for maintenance and repairs. The last inspection in April 2020 revealed the dam's deteriorating state, prompting concerns about its long-term safety and reliability. With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, there is a pressing need for risk management measures to be implemented to prevent potential hazards.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Turkey Springs dam serves as a focal point for monitoring the intersection of infrastructure, water management, and environmental impacts. The dam's historical significance, coupled with its current condition and risk assessment, highlights the importance of sustainable water resource management practices to ensure the safety and longevity of vital irrigation systems like Turkey Springs.
Year Completed |
1914 |
Dam Length |
462 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TURKEY SPRINGS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Nid Storage |
200 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
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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.
Turkey Springs
Buffalo Creek (Lower)