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Karl is a privately owned Earth dam located in Clearmont, Wyoming, along the Walters Draw river. Completed in 1958, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and as a small fish pond. With a height of 33 feet and a hydraulic height of 28 feet, Karl has a storage capacity of 91 acre-feet and a surface area of 6 acres.
Although Karl has a low hazard potential, its condition assessment is poor, indicating the need for maintenance and repairs. The dam lacks outlet gates and is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway that is 50 feet wide. Despite the moderate risk associated with the dam, it has not been assigned a Dam Safety Action Classification (DSAC) date, suggesting a need for further risk assessment and management measures.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts should take note of Karl's location and its role in regulating water flow in the area. With its historical significance and potential impact on the surrounding ecosystem, Karl serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and monitoring our water infrastructure for the long-term sustainability of our natural resources.
Year_Completed | 1958 |
Dam_Height | 33 |
River_Or_Stream | WALTERS DRAW |
Dam_Length | 190 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 6 |
Hydraulic_Height | 28 |
Nid_Storage | 91 |
Structural_Height | 33 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 33 |