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COW CAMP

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Soil Dam Cow Camp Creek
April 21, 2025


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Cow Camp is a privately owned irrigation dam located in Natrona County, Wyoming, along Cow Camp Creek. Built in 1952, this earth dam stands at 28 feet high with a hydraulic height of 23 feet and a length of 680 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 459 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 267 acre-feet and a surface area of 31 acres.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Cow Camp is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement by the Wyoming State Engineer's Office. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway, with a width of 170 feet, and is equipped with a single valve outlet gate for water management. The last inspection in August 2021 deemed the dam to be in a satisfactory condition with a moderate risk assessment score of 3.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Cow Camp serves as a noteworthy example of a vital irrigation structure in Wyoming, contributing to agricultural activities in the region. Its historical significance, regulated status, and moderate risk level make it an intriguing case study for those interested in the management and maintenance of water infrastructure in a changing climate.

Year_Completed 1952
Dam_Height 28
River_Or_Stream COW CAMP CREEK
Dam_Length 680
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 31
Hydraulic_Height 23
Nid_Storage 459
Structural_Height 28
Outlet_Gates Valve - 1
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 28
       

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