Kemp Creek Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Kemp Creek is a private irrigation dam located in Sheridan, Wyoming, along the Kemp Springs Draw.


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Summary

Built in 2002, this earth dam stands at 26 feet tall and stretches 690 feet in length, providing storage for 50 acre-feet of water. With a normal storage capacity of 34 acre-feet and a surface area of 5.44 acres, Kemp Creek serves multiple purposes including irrigation, fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond use.

Despite its low hazard potential, Kemp Creek has a fair condition assessment and undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity. With a maximum discharge capacity of 2,181 cubic feet per second, this dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 180 feet. While the risk assessment categorizes it as moderate, Kemp Creek remains vital for the local community's water resource management and agricultural needs.

Managed by a private owner, Kemp Creek plays a crucial role in water storage and distribution, supporting the surrounding area's agricultural activities. With its strategic location and design features, this dam continues to contribute to the sustainability of water resources in the region, showcasing the importance of proper infrastructure for climate resilience and water management.

Year Completed

2002

Dam Length

690

Dam Height

26

River Or Stream

KEMP SPRINGS DRAW

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5.44

Hydraulic Height

23

Drainage Area

1.2

Nid Storage

50

Structural Height

26

Outlet Gates

Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

26
       
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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.