Chamberlain No.
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1 is a privately owned irrigation dam located in Converse, Wyoming, along Laprele Creek. Built in 1965 by designer John A Lambert, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a storage capacity of 727 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is irrigation, serving the surrounding agricultural community in Douglas.
With a significant hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Chamberlain No. 1 is under state regulation and inspection in Wyoming. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 125 feet and a maximum discharge of 3688 cubic feet per second. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment indicate a moderate risk level, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure public safety and water resource sustainability.
Overall, Chamberlain No. 1 plays a crucial role in water management along Laprele Creek, providing irrigation water for agricultural activities in the region. As a key infrastructure asset, the dam requires regular inspections and risk management measures to mitigate potential hazards and ensure its continued operation for the benefit of the local community and the environment.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
2100 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
LAPRELE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
40 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
0.2 |
Nid Storage |
727 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
Box Elder Creek At Boxelder
|
26cfs |
Deer Creek In Canyon
|
5cfs |
North Platte River At Orin
|
534cfs |
North Platte River Below Glendo Reservoir
|
5710cfs |