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WYOMING RESERVOIR LEVELS

April 11 2025
       

In Wyoming, recent observations indicate varied conditions across major dams and reservoirs, reflecting both standard seasonal fluctuations and certain abnormal water storage levels. As of April 11, 2025, Big Sandy Reservoir near Farson shows a slightly elevated surface elevation at 6752 feet compared to its average of 6748.1 feet, suggesting normal or slightly increased inflow. However, the situation is more concerning at Fontenelle Reservoir, where storage levels are significantly lower at 129,056 acre-feet against an average of 204,603.26 acre-feet. Conversely, Eden Reservoir is reporting higher than average storage, with current levels at 6,390 acre-feet over an average of 5,476.95 acre-feet.

These deviations from the norm can be attributed to a number of factors, including regional climate conditions. For instance, heavy rainfall in the Midwest region, as reported by the High Plains Journal, could have contributed to the increased levels in reservoirs like Eden. Meanwhile, Fontenelle Reservoir's lower levels might be linked to diminished snowpack or diminished river flows, a scenario that may be exacerbated by policy shifts such as increased logging on federal lands, as noted by the Gillette News Record, which can affect watershed conditions. The varying levels across these reservoirs underscore the complexity of water resource management in the region, where climate variability and human activities intertwine, as highlighted in discussions on water sustainability by sources like coyotegulch.blog and Western Resource Advocates. As these conditions continue to evolve, it is essential to monitor the reservoirs closely for both water supply security and environmental stewardship.

Reservoirs & Dams