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Located in Fremont County, Wyoming, the Enterprise dam on Townsend Creek was completed in 1940 and primarily serves as an irrigation source, with capabilities for fire protection, stock watering, and small fish ponds as well. The dam stands at a height of 27 feet, with a hydraulic height of 22 feet and a structural height of 29 feet, providing a storage capacity of 2409 acre-feet. Covering a surface area of 134 acres and draining a watershed area of 18.9 square miles, Enterprise plays a crucial role in water management in the region.
With a spillway type classified as 'Uncontrolled' and a spillway width of 20 feet, the dam has been deemed to have a high hazard potential, although its current condition assessment is fair. The last inspection in July 2021 indicated a need for regular monitoring and maintenance to ensure the dam's continued safety and effectiveness. Despite being privately owned, Enterprise is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement, highlighting the collaborative effort between private and public entities in ensuring the responsible management of water resources in Wyoming.
As an essential piece of infrastructure in the region, Enterprise not only contributes to agricultural activities through irrigation but also plays a role in safeguarding against fires and providing water for livestock. With its location in the midst of a beautiful natural landscape, the dam serves as a reminder of the intricate balance between human development and environmental conservation, showcasing the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate patterns and increasing water demands.
Year_Completed | 1940 |
Dam_Height | 27 |
River_Or_Stream | TOWNSEND CREEK |
Dam_Length | 1665 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 134 |
Hydraulic_Height | 22 |
Drainage_Area | 18.9 |
Nid_Storage | 2409 |
Structural_Height | 29 |
Outlet_Gates | Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 29 |
BULL LAKE CREEK ABOVE BULL LAKE | 199cfs |
WIND RIVER NEAR CROWHEART | 1630cfs |
WIND RIVER ABOVE RED CREEK | 742cfs |
COTTONWOOD C AT HIGH ISLAND RNCH NR HAMILTON DOME | 1cfs |
FIVEMILE CREEK NEAR SHOSHONI | 161cfs |
WIND R BL BOYSEN RES WYO | 819cfs |
BULL LAKE CREEK NEAR LENORE | 831cfs |