Soda Lake Draw No. 1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Soda Lake Draw No.


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Summary

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 Length

340

Dam Height

11

River Or Stream

MEEBOER DRAW

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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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.