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BUTTE

RESERVOIR LEVELS
Soil Dam Spring Creek
April 5, 2025


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Butte, located in Weston County, Wyoming, stands as a vital water resource for the surrounding area. This privately owned structure serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond management. Built in 1963, the earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet, with a hydraulic height of 23 feet, and a length of 266 feet. The reservoir has a storage capacity of 49 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 4 acres, drawing water primarily from Spring Creek.

Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Butte is subject to regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its continued safety and functionality. The dam is regulated by the State of Wyoming, providing oversight in permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The spillway, with a width of 150 feet, is uncontrolled, and the structure has no outlet gates. With a risk assessment rating of moderate (3), Butte remains a crucial component of the local water infrastructure, warranting ongoing monitoring and management to mitigate potential risks and ensure long-term sustainability.

Year_Completed 1963
Dam_Height 28
River_Or_Stream SPRING CREEK
Dam_Length 266
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 4
Hydraulic_Height 23
Nid_Storage 49
Structural_Height 28
Outlet_Gates None
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 28
       

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