Glade is a privately owned earth dam located in Albany County, Wyoming, specifically in the city of Torrington.
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Completed in 1951, Glade serves primarily for irrigation purposes, providing water for agriculture in the region. The dam stands at a height of 14 feet and has a storage capacity of 160 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 53 acre-feet.
Despite its low hazard potential, Glade is assessed to be in poor condition as of the last inspection in September 2018. The dam has a moderate risk rating, indicating the need for ongoing risk management measures. The spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 9 feet. With its location on Glade Creek, the dam plays a crucial role in water resource management, supporting fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond activities in addition to irrigation. Climate enthusiasts and water resource professionals would find Glade an essential part of Wyoming's water infrastructure network.
Year Completed |
1951 |
Dam Length |
580 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
GLADE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Hydraulic Height |
9 |
Nid Storage |
160 |
Structural Height |
14 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
14 |
Sybille Creek Ab Mule Creek
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143cfs |
Sybille Creek Ab Canal No. 3
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93cfs |
Laramie River Near Bosler
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1950cfs |
L Medicine Bow R At Boles Spring
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3cfs |
Laramie River At Laramie
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48cfs |
Rock Creek Ab King Canyon Canal
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12cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Wheatland Reservoir No. 3/Post Lake Access - WGF
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Sugarloaf Trailhead
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Toaster Wall
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