Kane Cemetery in Big Horn, Wyoming, is not your typical resting place.
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This site, managed by the state, serves a unique purpose as a Fish and Wildlife Pond. Constructed in 1988 by Albert L. Nelson, this Earth dam stands at 16 feet high and stretches 2800 feet long along Jellison Draw. With a storage capacity of 282 acre-feet and a surface area of 81 acres, this pond provides essential habitat for local wildlife while also serving as a low hazard structure for the community.
Despite its primary purpose as a wildlife sanctuary, Kane Cemetery has faced challenges in terms of its condition assessment, marked as poor during the last inspection in May 2020. The dam's risk assessment is moderate, indicating a need for ongoing monitoring and potential management measures. However, with a low hazard potential and controlled outlet gates, the site remains relatively safe for surrounding areas. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the unique blend of environmental and structural elements at Kane Cemetery offers a fascinating case study on the intersection of conservation and infrastructure development.
Year Completed |
1988 |
Dam Length |
2800 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
JELLISON DRAW |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
81 |
Hydraulic Height |
11 |
Drainage Area |
1.3 |
Nid Storage |
282 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |
Bighorn River At Kane
|
1340cfs |
Shoshone River Near Lovell
|
456cfs |
Little Bighorn River At State Line Nr Wyola Mt
|
84cfs |
Shell Creek Near Shell
|
74cfs |
Bighorn River Near St. Xavier
|
1940cfs |
Bighorn River At Basin
|
1030cfs |