Jack Pot is a privately owned Earth dam located in Natrona, Wyoming, along the Alkali Fork Badwater Creek. Completed in 1915, this dam stands at a height of 45 feet and has a hydraulic height of 23 feet, with a length of 2300 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 1029 acre-feet, with a normal storage of 772 acre-feet and a surface area of 98 acres.
Despite its low hazard potential, Jack Pot is in poor condition as of its last inspection in August 2018. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 100 feet and one valve outlet gate. The risk assessment for this structure is moderate (3), and while there are no inundation maps or emergency action plans prepared, the dam is inspected every 5 years to ensure its safety.
Located in a picturesque setting in Lysite, Wyoming, Jack Pot serves as a vital water resource for the area. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will be intrigued by the history and engineering of this dam, as well as the ongoing efforts to manage and maintain its integrity in the face of changing environmental conditions.
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