Nielson
Wyoming — Fremont County — W FORK SHEEP CREEK
Location
| State | Wyoming |
| County | Fremont |
| River | W FORK SHEEP CREEK |
| Coordinates | 43.46333, -108.65556 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 15 ft |
| Dam Height | 15 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,250 ft |
| NID Storage | 385 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 385 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | June 28, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1934 |
| Primary Purpose | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | WIND RIVER INDIAN RES. (W. MESGHINNA) |
| Other Name | Arapahoe |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.