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OKIE

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Soil Dam Badwater Creek
April 18, 2025


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Okie is a private irrigation dam located in Lost Cabin, Wyoming, along the Badwater Creek. Built in 1898, this earth dam stands at 26 feet high and spans 1240 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 283 acre-feet. Despite its age, Okie is still in use for irrigation purposes, with a normal storage capacity of 213 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 250 cubic feet per second.

However, the condition assessment of Okie is rated as poor, with a significant hazard potential. The dam is classified as having a moderate risk level, with a need for risk management measures to be implemented. The last inspection took place in June 2017, with a scheduled inspection frequency of every 5 years. The dam is regulated by the Wyoming State Engineer's Office, with permitting, inspection, and enforcement protocols in place.

In the event of an emergency, Okie does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) prepared, and the condition assessment raises concerns about its safety. The spillway type is uncontrolled, with a spillway width of 10 feet. With Liz Cheney representing the Congressional District, there is a need for continued monitoring and maintenance of Okie to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and water resources in Fremont County, Wyoming.

Year_Completed 1898
Dam_Height 26
River_Or_Stream BADWATER CREEK
Dam_Length 1240
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 27
Hydraulic_Height 21
Drainage_Area 0.8
Nid_Storage 283
Structural_Height 26
Outlet_Gates Other Controlled - 1
Hazard_Potential Significant
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 26
       

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