Eisele-Rice is a privately owned dam located in Sheridan, Wyoming, along Cruse Creek.
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Built in 1968, this earthen dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond management. With a height of 25 feet and a length of 255 feet, Eisele-Rice has a storage capacity of 53 acre-feet and a surface area of 4 acres.
The dam is regulated by the Wyoming State Engineer's Office (SEO) and undergoes regular inspections, with the last assessment in August 2017 rating its condition as fair with low hazard potential. The spillway is uncontrolled with a width of 80 feet, and the dam is designed to handle a maximum discharge of 0 cubic feet per second. While the risk assessment for Eisele-Rice is moderate, there are currently no detailed risk management measures in place.
Overall, Eisele-Rice plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region, providing essential services for fire protection, livestock, and wildlife. With its strategic location and design features, the dam ensures the sustainable use of water from Cruse Creek while also minimizing potential risks to downstream communities and ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
255 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
CRUSE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
53 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Piney Creek At Kearny
|
113cfs |
Goose Creek Near Acme
|
123cfs |
South Piney Creek At Willow Park
|
0cfs |
Tongue River At Monarch
|
383cfs |
Rock Creek Near Buffalo
|
70cfs |
Tongue River Near Dayton
|
48cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Washington Park - Sheridan
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Little Goose Campground
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Sheridan KOA
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