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Bradley Dam, located in Niobrara, Wyoming, on Bradley Gulch, was completed in 1914 for the primary purpose of irrigation. This privately owned Earth dam stands at 31 feet tall and has a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 41 acre-feet. The dam spans 155 feet in length and covers a surface area of 4.6 acres.
Despite its age, Bradley Dam has been regularly inspected, with the last assessment in August 2019 rating its condition as fair and its hazard potential as low. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 25 feet and no outlet gates. The risk assessment for Bradley Dam is considered moderate, with a rating of 3 out of 5.
Overall, Bradley Dam serves as a vital resource for irrigation in the area, ensuring water supply for agricultural activities. With proper maintenance and monitoring, this historic structure continues to play a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience in Wyoming.
Year_Completed | 1914 |
Dam_Height | 31 |
River_Or_Stream | BRADLEY GULCH |
Dam_Length | 155 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 4.6 |
Hydraulic_Height | 26 |
Nid_Storage | 64 |
Structural_Height | 31 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 31 |