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Bar M No. 3 is a private irrigation dam located in Albany, Wyoming, along the North Fork Bar M Creek. Constructed in 1964 by designer J A Cole, this earth dam stands at 30 feet high and spans 350 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 82 acre-feet. The dam serves multiple purposes such as fire protection, stock watering, and irrigation, making it a vital resource for the local community in Torrington.
Despite its low hazard potential, Bar M No. 3 undergoes regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. The dam features a slide (sluice gate) outlet and an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 50 feet. With a maximum discharge capacity of 1677 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and safeguarding against potential risks and emergencies in the region.
As part of the state-regulated water infrastructure, Bar M No. 3 falls under the jurisdiction of the SEO in Wyoming, with inspections conducted every five years to assess its condition and risk level. With its moderate risk assessment rating and strategic location in Congressional District 00, Wyoming, this dam underscores the importance of sustainable water management practices and climate resilience in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Year_Completed | 1964 |
Dam_Height | 30 |
River_Or_Stream | NORTH FORK BAR M CREEK |
Dam_Length | 350 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 7 |
Hydraulic_Height | 25 |
Nid_Storage | 82 |
Structural_Height | 30 |
Outlet_Gates | Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 30 |