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Gafford is a privately owned dam located in Converse, Wyoming, along the South Fork Wind Creek. Built in 1951, this Earth dam stands at a height of 35 feet and has a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet. Its primary purposes include fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management. Despite its low hazard potential, Gafford's condition assessment is marked as poor, with the last inspection in June 2018 revealing the need for maintenance and repairs.
With a surface area of 6 acres and a drainage area of 0, Gafford's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 20 feet. Although the dam's risk assessment is moderate, it lacks adequate risk management measures and emergency preparedness protocols. The inspection frequency for Gafford is every 5 years, indicating the need for regular monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and functionality of this vital water resource. Climate and water resource enthusiasts should take note of Gafford's significance in the region and the importance of implementing proper management practices to mitigate potential risks and safeguard the surrounding environment.
Year_Completed | 1951 |
Dam_Height | 35 |
River_Or_Stream | S FORK WIND CREEK |
Dam_Length | 307 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 6 |
Hydraulic_Height | 30 |
Nid_Storage | 80 |
Structural_Height | 35 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 35 |