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Basin is a privately owned irrigation dam located in Orin, Wyoming, along the Basin Draw river. Constructed in 1974, this Earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet. With a surface area of 9 acres and a spillway width of 34 feet, Basin serves the purpose of irrigation for the surrounding area. The dam is regulated by the Wyoming State Engineer's Office, with regular inspections indicating a fair condition and a low hazard potential.
Despite its moderate risk assessment, Basin remains a crucial water resource infrastructure in Converse County, Wyoming. Designed by J.H. Coffman, the dam has a structural height of 25 feet and a hydraulic height of 20 feet, ensuring efficient water management for agricultural purposes. The presence of a slide gate outlet ensures controlled water release, with a maximum discharge capacity of 365 cubic feet per second. With Liz Cheney as the Congressional representative for the area, Basin plays a vital role in sustaining the water needs of the local community while adhering to state regulatory standards.
Year_Completed | 1974 |
Dam_Height | 25 |
River_Or_Stream | BASIN DRAW |
Dam_Length | 660 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 9 |
Hydraulic_Height | 20 |
Nid_Storage | 55 |
Structural_Height | 25 |
Outlet_Gates | Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 25 |
LARAMIE RIVER NEAR BOSLER | 1950cfs |
L MEDICINE BOW R AT BOLES SPRING | 26cfs |
SYBILLE CREEK AB MULE CREEK | 143cfs |
LITTLE LARAMIE RIVER NEAR FILMORE | 671cfs |
SYBILLE CREEK AB CANAL NO. 3 | 93cfs |
ROCK CREEK AB KING CANYON CANAL | 23cfs |
LARAMIE RIVER AT LARAMIE | 21cfs |