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KIEWIT STOCKADE CREEK NO. 1

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Soil Dam Gay Or Stockade Creek
April 6, 2025


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Kiewit Stockade Creek No. 1, located in Wyoming near the city of Wyola, MT, is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1968 for irrigation purposes on Gay or Stockade Creek. This dam stands at a height of 45 feet and has a hydraulic height of 40 feet, with a length of 625 feet. It has a storage capacity of 203 acre-feet, providing essential water resources for the surrounding area.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam is regularly inspected by state authorities and meets regulatory and enforcement standards. Its condition is assessed as fair, with the last inspection conducted in September 2019. With a spillway width of 20 feet and an uncontrolled spillway type, the dam is equipped with a slide gate for water management. The risk assessment for this structure is moderate, indicating a need for continued monitoring and potential risk management measures.

Kiewit Stockade Creek No. 1 serves as a vital component of the local irrigation system, ensuring water supply for agriculture in the area. With its strategic location on Stockade Creek and efficient design features, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Wyoming. Its maintenance and regulatory compliance demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding the community and the environment from potential water-related risks.

Year_Completed 1968
Dam_Height 45
River_Or_Stream GAY OR STOCKADE CREEK
Dam_Length 625
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 9
Hydraulic_Height 40
Nid_Storage 203
Structural_Height 45
Outlet_Gates Slide (sluice gate) - 1
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 45
       

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