Indian Lake, located in Teton County, Wyoming, is a privately owned reservoir with a primary purpose of irrigation.
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The earth dam, standing at 10 feet high, was completed in 1954 and has a storage capacity of 2034 acre-feet. Despite its poor condition assessment in 2018, the hazard potential is classified as low, with a moderate risk level of 3.
Situated in the Indian Lake Basin, this reservoir serves as a vital water resource for agricultural activities in the region. With a surface area of 252 acres and a drainage area of 1 square mile, Indian Lake has a maximum discharge capacity of 1340 cubic feet per second. The spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 20 feet, and the outlet gates are classified as "Other Controlled - 1".
Although Indian Lake is currently in a poor condition, the risk management measures are not specified, and the emergency action plan (EAP) status is unknown. With regular inspections every 5 years, this reservoir presents moderate risks that need to be addressed to ensure the safety and sustainability of its water resources for future generations.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
INDIAN LAKE BASIN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
252 |
Hydraulic Height |
9 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
2034 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
13 |
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Squirrel Meadows Guard Station
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Cave Falls
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Cave Falls Campground
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9F1
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Rocky Ford
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Falls River Cutoff
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