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Hickey is a privately owned earth dam located in Uinta, Wyoming, with a primary purpose of irrigation. Built in 1980 by designer David P. Miller, the dam stands at a height of 27 feet and spans a length of 900 feet, providing a storage capacity of 115 acre-feet. Situated on the Ant Hollow Draw river or stream, Hickey serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond management.
Despite its low hazard potential, Hickey is currently assessed as being in poor condition as of the last inspection in October 2018. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway, one valve outlet gate, and a hydraulic height of 22 feet. The risk assessment for Hickey is moderate (3), indicating a need for ongoing monitoring and potential risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Hickey presents an intriguing case study in dam management and maintenance. With its location in a critical watershed area in Wyoming and its role in supporting agricultural irrigation, the condition and functionality of Hickey have significant implications for water security and resource management in the region. Ongoing assessments and potential risk mitigation efforts will be vital to safeguarding this important infrastructure for the future.
Year_Completed | 1980 |
Dam_Height | 27 |
River_Or_Stream | ANT HOLLOW DRAW |
Dam_Length | 900 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 7 |
Hydraulic_Height | 22 |
Nid_Storage | 115 |
Structural_Height | 27 |
Outlet_Gates | Valve - 1 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 27 |