Snyder No.
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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 Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
EMBLEM DR, TRIB. GREYBULL RIV. |
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 |
Bighorn River At Basin
|
996cfs |
Bighorn River At Kane
|
1340cfs |
Shell Creek Near Shell
|
74cfs |
Bighorn R At Worland Wyo
|
4350cfs |
Shoshone River Near Lovell
|
460cfs |
Shell Creek Above Shell Creek Reservoir
|
13cfs |
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Chau Ram County Park
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Tugaloo State Park
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Lake Hartwell State Park
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South Cove County Park
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South Cove
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