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Antelope is a privately-owned irrigation dam located in Carbon County, Wyoming, near the city of Saratoga. Built in 1940, the dam stands at a height of 16 feet and has a hydraulic height of 11 feet, serving the primary purpose of irrigation. It is constructed primarily of earth and stone materials, with a structural length of 1030 feet and a storage capacity of 187 acre-feet.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Antelope Dam is subject to regular state inspections, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam is situated on North Spring Creek, with a spillway type of uncontrolled and an outlet gate equipped with a single valve. The dam's drainage area is listed as zero, indicating its limited impact on surrounding water sources.
Antelope Dam plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural activities in the region, providing irrigation water to the surrounding lands. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam's risk management measures and emergency preparedness protocols are under continuous review to mitigate potential hazards and ensure the safety of downstream communities and ecosystems.
Year_Completed | 1940 |
Dam_Height | 16 |
River_Or_Stream | NORTH SPRING CREEK |
Dam_Length | 1030 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 19 |
Hydraulic_Height | 11 |
Nid_Storage | 187 |
Structural_Height | 16 |
Outlet_Gates | Valve - 1 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 16 |