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KINNEY

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Soil Dam Dana Springs Creek
April 20, 2025


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Kinney is a privately owned irrigation dam located in Carbon, Wyoming, along the Dana Springs Creek. Built in 1904, this earth dam stands at 20 feet high and spans 520 feet in length, providing essential water storage for agricultural purposes. Despite its age, Kinney has a storage capacity of 691 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 480 acre-feet.

The dam's spillway, with a width of 300 feet, is uncontrolled, and its outlet gates are equipped with both uncontrolled and valve mechanisms. Although Kinney has a low hazard potential, its condition assessment is rated as poor, highlighting the need for maintenance and potential repairs. The last inspection in May 2020 revealed the dam's moderate risk level (3) and the need for risk management measures to ensure its continued safety and functionality.

In the picturesque setting of Alcova, Wyoming, Kinney dam serves as a vital resource for the local community, supporting agricultural activities and water supply needs. With its historical significance and moderate risk profile, Kinney stands as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and managing our water resources in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year_Completed 1904
Dam_Height 20
River_Or_Stream DANA SPRINGS CREEK
Dam_Length 520
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 60
Hydraulic_Height 15
Nid_Storage 691
Structural_Height 20
Outlet_Gates Uncontrolled, Valve
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 20
       

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