SNOFLO


SNYDER NO. 1

RESERVOIR LEVELS
Emblem Dr, Trib. Greybull Riv.
May 9, 2025


50°F

Tonight

86°F

Saturday

7mph

Windspeed

23%

Humidity

Snyder No. 1 is a private irrigation dam located in Greybull, Wyoming, with a primary purpose of providing water for agricultural use. Completed in 1995, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 21 feet and has a storage capacity of 597 acre-feet. Situated on the Emblem Drive tributary of the Greybull River, this dam plays a crucial role in water management in the region, with a maximum discharge capacity of 186 cubic feet per second.

Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Snyder No. 1 is subject to regular state inspection, regulation, and enforcement to ensure its safety and functionality. With a spillway width of 50 feet and a drainage area of 3.1 square miles, this dam has a surface area of 35 acres and a normal storage capacity of 333 acre-feet. The surrounding area benefits from the water resources provided by Snyder No. 1, contributing to the agriculture and ecosystem of Big Horn County.

As a vital component of the water infrastructure in Wyoming, Snyder No. 1 serves as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of climate challenges. With its strategic location and efficient design, this dam plays a key role in supporting the local community and economy by ensuring reliable access to water for irrigation purposes.

Year_Completed 1995
Dam_Height 21
River_Or_Stream EMBLEM DR, TRIB. GREYBULL RIV.
Dam_Length 1200
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 35
Hydraulic_Height 15
Drainage_Area 3.1
Nid_Storage 597
Structural_Height 21
Hazard_Potential Low
Nid_Height 21
       

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