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Auzqui No. 1 is a privately owned structure located in Powder River, Wyoming, designed for fire protection, stock, or small fish pond purposes. This earth dam, completed in 1953, stands at 36 feet high and has a hydraulic height of 30 feet, with a storage capacity of 132 acre-feet. Situated on the Number Two Draw river or stream, this dam serves as a vital resource for the surrounding area, with a surface area of 9 acres and a normal storage capacity of 67 acre-feet.
Despite being classified as low hazard potential, Auzqui No. 1 has a fair condition assessment as of July 2017, with regular inspections occurring every 5 years. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 60 feet, ensuring proper water management during high flow events. While the risk assessment indicates a moderate risk level, the structure meets regulatory guidelines and is under state jurisdiction for permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
Overall, Auzqui No. 1 plays a crucial role in providing water resources for fire protection and livestock while also contributing to the local ecosystem as a small fish pond. With its strategic location in Sheridan County, Wyoming, this dam stands as a testament to effective water management practices and serves as a valuable asset for the community.
Year_Completed | 1953 |
Dam_Height | 36 |
River_Or_Stream | NUMBER TWO DRAW |
Dam_Length | 300 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 9 |
Hydraulic_Height | 30 |
Nid_Storage | 132 |
Structural_Height | 36 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 36 |
HANGING WOMAN CREEK NEAR BIRNEY MT | 0cfs |
CLEAR CREEK NEAR ARVADA | 256cfs |
ROSEBUD C AT RESERVATION BNDRY NR KIRBY MT | 15cfs |
POWDER RIVER AT SUSSEX | 144cfs |
GOOSE CREEK NEAR ACME | 123cfs |
PINEY CREEK AT KEARNY | 113cfs |
PRAIRIE DOG CR AT WAKELEY SIDING | 16cfs |