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Canon No. 3 is a privately owned irrigation dam located on Timber Canon Creek in Albany, Wyoming. Completed in 1952, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and has a hydraulic height of 23 feet. With a length of 300 feet and a storage capacity of 28 acre-feet, Canon No. 3 serves the primary purpose of irrigation in the area.
Despite being categorized as low hazard potential and in fair condition, Canon No. 3 is subject to regular inspections by the State of Wyoming, with inspection frequency set at every 5 years. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 80 feet and a single valve outlet gate. The risk assessment for Canon No. 3 indicates a moderate level of risk, prompting the need for ongoing risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.
Situated in Congressional District 00 of Wyoming, Canon No. 3 plays a crucial role in water resource management for the region, highlighting the intersection of water infrastructure, climate resilience, and regulatory oversight in sustaining irrigation operations along Timber Canon Creek.
Year_Completed | 1952 |
Dam_Height | 28 |
River_Or_Stream | TIMBER CANON CREEK |
Dam_Length | 300 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 3 |
Hydraulic_Height | 23 |
Nid_Storage | 28 |
Structural_Height | 28 |
Outlet_Gates | Valve - 1 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 28 |