Haywire No.
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Humidity
1 is a private irrigation dam located in Converse, Wyoming, near the city of Douglas. Built in 1986, this earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 119 acre-feet. The dam serves the primary purpose of irrigation and is designed to control the flow of the Dry Fork Sand Creek and Tr No Platte River.
With a fair condition assessment and low hazard potential, Haywire No. 1 poses a moderate risk, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 100 feet and has a drainage area of 2.8 square miles. Despite its relatively small size, Haywire No. 1 plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region.
Managed by the State of Wyoming, this dam undergoes regular inspections and has a designated emergency action plan. As climate change continues to impact water resources, structures like Haywire No. 1 play a vital role in ensuring reliable water supply for agricultural activities in the area. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find this dam's design and function intriguing, highlighting the intersection of engineering and environmental stewardship.
Year Completed |
1986 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
DRY FK SAND CR, TR NO PLATTE R |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
2.8 |
Nid Storage |
119 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
Box Elder Creek At Boxelder
|
26cfs |
Deer Creek In Canyon
|
8cfs |
North Platte River At Orin
|
605cfs |
North Platte River Below Glendo Reservoir
|
5710cfs |