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WATER VALLEY FISH & RECREATION

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Soil Dam Soldier Creek
April 6, 2025


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Water Valley Fish & Recreation is a private facility located in Carbon County, Wyoming, along Soldier Creek. This recreational area was completed in 1966 and serves as a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy activities such as fishing, boating, and hiking. The dam at Water Valley Fish & Recreation is an earth structure with a height of 15 feet and a length of 1300 feet, providing a storage capacity of 110 acre-feet and a surface area of 8 acres.

With a significant hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam at Water Valley Fish & Recreation is regulated and inspected by the Wyoming State Engineer's Office. The facility features an uncontrolled spillway, a valve outlet gate, and a maximum discharge capacity of 804 cubic feet per second. The last inspection took place in July 2021, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. Overall, Water Valley Fish & Recreation offers a picturesque setting for outdoor recreation while also prioritizing safety and compliance with regulatory standards.

Year_Completed 1966
Dam_Height 15
River_Or_Stream SOLDIER CREEK
Dam_Length 1300
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 8
Hydraulic_Height 12
Drainage_Area 9.3
Nid_Storage 110
Structural_Height 15
Outlet_Gates Valve - 1
Hazard_Potential Significant
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 15
       

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