Decker Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Decker, located in Sheridan, Wyoming, is a private earth dam designed by Doyle M.


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Summary

Fritz for irrigation purposes. Completed in 1992, this structure on Wolf Creek Offstream stands at 14 feet high and spans 850 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 84 acre-feet. Despite being regulated by the State of Wyoming and having undergone inspections, Decker is classified as having a low hazard potential but with a poor condition assessment.

The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 60 feet and a slide (sluice gate) outlet gate. While the risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, with a rating of 3, there are no specific risk management measures or emergency action plans mentioned in the data. With its location in RANCHESTER and proximity to the Wolf Creek Offstream, Decker serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, fish and wildlife pond, and irrigation, making it a vital resource for the local community and ecosystem. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Decker presents an interesting case study in dam infrastructure management and the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure safety and functionality in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

1992

Dam Length

850

Dam Height

14

River Or Stream

WOLF CREEK OFFSTREAM

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

14

Hydraulic Height

8

Drainage Area

0.1

Nid Storage

84

Structural Height

14

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

14
       
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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.