Pork Puddle Reservoir Report
Nearby: Wee Wee Ponderosa No. 3
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Pork Puddle, also known as Site #2, is a privately owned irrigation structure located in Albin, Wyoming.
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Summary
Designed by JAMES K. MURPHY, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 136 acre-feet, serving primarily for irrigation purposes. Completed in 1992, the dam spans 1,220 feet in length and is situated on Pork Puddle Draw in Laramie County.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, Pork Puddle is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement by the Wyoming State Engineer's Office. With a fair condition assessment as of June 2021, the dam is equipped with one other controlled outlet gate and does not have a spillway. Although the risk assessment indicates a high risk level (2), there is no detailed risk management plan or inundation maps prepared for emergency scenarios.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Pork Puddle an intriguing structure due to its unique design features and role in supporting agricultural irrigation in the region. The dam's location in the picturesque surroundings of Albin, Wyoming, adds to its allure, while the data on its construction, storage capacity, and regulatory oversight provide valuable insights for those interested in water infrastructure management and climate resilience efforts in the area.
Year Completed |
1992 |
Dam Length |
1220 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
PORK PUDDLE DRAW |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Nid Storage |
136 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Pork Puddle