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Bush is a privately-owned earth dam located in Crook, Wyoming, along Bush Creek. Completed in 1967 for irrigation purposes, the dam stands at 22 feet high with a storage capacity of 1550 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, Bush has been assessed as being in poor condition, with a moderate risk level.
The dam features a slide (sluice gate) outlet system and an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 600 feet. Its inspection frequency is every 5 years, with the last assessment conducted in July 2018. The surrounding area covers a surface area of 141 acres and has a drainage area of 0.76 square miles, making it a crucial water resource for the region.
Managed by the SEO in Wyoming, Bush serves as a vital water infrastructure for the local agricultural community. With its historical significance dating back over five decades, the dam's maintenance and upkeep are essential to ensure its continued functionality and safety for the surrounding area. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find Bush to be a fascinating case study in the intersection of infrastructure, environment, and agricultural development in the region.
Year_Completed | 1967 |
Dam_Height | 22 |
River_Or_Stream | BUSH CREEK |
Dam_Length | 2900 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 141 |
Hydraulic_Height | 18 |
Drainage_Area | 0.76 |
Nid_Storage | 1550 |
Structural_Height | 23 |
Outlet_Gates | Slide (sluice gate) - 2 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 23 |