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SODA LAKE DRAW NO. 1

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Soil Dam Meeboer Draw
April 12, 2025


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Soda Lake Draw No. 1, located in Laramie, Wyoming, is a federal-owned irrigation dam constructed in 1950 on the Meeboer Draw river. This earth dam stands at a height of 11 feet, with a hydraulic height of 8 feet, and a structural height of 11 feet. It serves the primary purpose of irrigation, with a storage capacity of 299 acre-feet and a surface area of 50 acres. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 200 feet and an outlet gate for controlled water release.

Despite being classified as low hazard potential, Soda Lake Draw No. 1 is in fair condition as of the last inspection in July 2021. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are currently unspecified, posing a moderate risk. The dam is regulated and inspected by the state regulatory agency, with enforcement and permitting responsibilities falling under the Wyoming State Engineer's Office. With its historical significance and ongoing maintenance, Soda Lake Draw No. 1 stands as a vital piece of water resource infrastructure in Albany County, Wyoming.

Year_Completed 1950
Dam_Height 11
River_Or_Stream MEEBOER DRAW
Dam_Length 340
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 50
Hydraulic_Height 8
Nid_Storage 299
Structural_Height 11
Outlet_Gates Other Controlled - 1
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 11
       

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