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Fortification is a private earth dam located in Campbell, Wyoming, along Fortification Creek. Completed in 1956, this dam serves multiple purposes, including fire protection, stock watering, and creating a small fish pond. With a height of 25 feet and a length of 709 feet, Fortification has a storage capacity of 103 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 57 acre-feet.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Fortification is subject to regular state inspection, permitting, and enforcement. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 56 feet, and has a hydraulic height of 20 feet. The surrounding area covers 7 acres, with a drainage area of 0 acres. Even though Fortification has not undergone recent modifications, its risk assessment is considered moderate, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures.
Owned privately and regulated by the state, Fortification is an integral part of the local water resource infrastructure in Wyoming. With its strategic location and purpose, this dam plays a crucial role in providing essential services while also highlighting the importance of maintaining and managing water resources in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year_Completed | 1956 |
Dam_Height | 25 |
River_Or_Stream | FORTIFICATION CREEK |
Dam_Length | 709 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 7 |
Hydraulic_Height | 20 |
Nid_Storage | 103 |
Structural_Height | 25 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 25 |