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Foster No. 1 Dam 1a (2nd Enl.) is a privately owned earth dam located in Park, Wyoming, along the Sage Creek. Built in 1953 by designer Howard F. Bell, this dam primarily serves the purpose of irrigation, with a storage capacity of 783 acre-feet. Standing at a height of 24 feet, the dam spans 465 feet in length, providing essential water resources for the surrounding area.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam is regularly inspected and maintained, with the last assessment conducted in August 2019 showing a fair condition. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 20 feet and a single valve outlet gate. While the risk assessment is moderate, with a rating of 3, the dam has not had any significant modifications or emergency preparedness measures in place, indicating a need for continued monitoring and potential updates to ensure its safety and efficacy in the face of changing climate conditions.
Situated in a picturesque location and playing a crucial role in supporting local agriculture through irrigation, Foster No. 1 Dam 1a (2nd Enl.) stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management in the region. With its historical significance and ongoing commitment to regulatory compliance and maintenance, this dam serves as a vital infrastructure asset for the community, highlighting the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience in the Wyoming landscape.
Year_Completed | 1953 |
Dam_Height | 24 |
River_Or_Stream | SAGE CREEK |
Dam_Length | 465 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 40 |
Hydraulic_Height | 19 |
Nid_Storage | 783 |
Structural_Height | 24 |
Outlet_Gates | Valve - 1 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 24 |
WIND RIVER NEAR CROWHEART | 1630cfs |
RED LODGE CR AB COONEY RE NR BOYD MT | 31cfs |
DINWOODY CREEK ABOVE LAKES | 11cfs |
BULL LAKE CREEK NEAR LENORE | 831cfs |
BULL LAKE CREEK ABOVE BULL LAKE | 36cfs |
WILLOW CREEK NEAR BOYD MT | 20cfs |
WIND RIVER NEAR KINNEAR | 239cfs |
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Big Sandy | |||
Boulder Lake Recreation Site | |||
Boulder Lake | |||
Sinks Canyon | |||
Sinks Canyon State Park | |||
Big Rock FAS |