Fordyce Deer Creek

Low HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateWyoming
CountySheridan
Nearest CityBIRNEY, MT
River/StreamDEER CREEK
Coordinates44.97510, -106.60860

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height28 ft
Dam Height28 ft
Dam Length635 ft
Year Completed1954 (72 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage143 acre-ft
Max Storage143 acre-ft
Normal Storage85 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond
OwnerCAZA RANCH LLC
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection07/30/2025
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDWY00485
Federal IDWY00485
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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