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WYOMING RESERVOIR LEVELS

April 10 2025
       

In the latest observations of Wyoming’s dams and reservoirs, the data indicates varied conditions across the state's water storage facilities, with some experiencing levels outside the normal range for this time of year. Big Sandy Reservoir, located near Farson, is maintaining a water surface elevation slightly above its average at 6752 feet, compared to the average of 6748.1 feet. In contrast, Fontenelle Reservoir shows a significant decrease in storage levels, holding only 128,525 acre-feet of water, which falls well below its average of 204,606.74 acre-feet. The disparity in reservoir conditions suggests an irregularity in either regional precipitation, snowpack melt-off rates, or water management practices.

Notable among the reservoirs is Big Sandy Reservoir, which exceeds its average storage volume by an impressive 7,281 acre-feet, indicating perhaps an abundant snowpack or increased river flows contributing to the surplus. On the other hand, Meeks Cabin Reservoir presents lower storage than expected, at 10,017 acre-feet against its average of 14,033.3 acre-feet, which could imply drought conditions, decreased snowpack, or higher water usage upstream. Eden Reservoir stands out with a storage level of 6,354 acre-feet, exceeding its normal average of 5,476.8 acre-feet. These abnormal conditions, particularly the low levels seen at Fontenelle Reservoir and Meeks Cabin Reservoir, could be related to a combination of factors such as lower snowpack levels, reduced precipitation, and potentially increased water consumption or allocation for agricultural or urban use. As water management authorities and stakeholders analyze these data points, they must consider the broader implications for water availability, ecosystem health, and resource planning moving forward.

Reservoirs & Dams