Lower Spicer, located in Natrona, Wyoming, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1951 for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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With a structural height of 17 feet and a hydraulic height of 13 feet, this dam on the Holman Draw-Offstream river serves multiple functions for the local community in Casper. The dam has a storage capacity of 17 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.5 square miles, with a maximum discharge of 583 cubic feet per second.
Despite its significant hazard potential and poor condition assessment, Lower Spicer continues to play a crucial role in water resource management in the region. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway and one outlet gate for water release. Regular inspections are conducted, with the last assessment taking place in August 2018. The risk assessment for Lower Spicer is moderate, highlighting the importance of ongoing maintenance and management to ensure its safety and functionality for fire protection and irrigation purposes.
Year Completed |
1951 |
Dam Length |
216 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
HOLMAN DRAW-OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Drainage Area |
0.5 |
Nid Storage |
17 |
Structural Height |
17 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
17 |
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Beartrap - Casper Mountain Park
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Casper KOA Journey
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Lodge Pole
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Rim Campsite 1
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Rim Campsite 4
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Rim Campsite 2
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