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NINTH PARALLEL

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Soil Dam Spring Creek
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Ninth Parallel, also known as Schwabacher No. 1, is a private dam located in Sublette, Wyoming, specifically in the city of Daniel. Completed in 1972, this Earth-type dam serves multiple purposes, including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond management. With a height of 25 feet and a length of 400 feet, Ninth Parallel has a storage capacity of 250 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 20 acres, drawing water from Spring Creek.

Despite being classified as a low-hazard structure with fair condition assessment, Ninth Parallel is regulated and inspected by the Wyoming State Engineer's Office. It features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a maximum discharge capacity of 489 cubic feet per second. The dam has a drainage area of 2.7 square miles and plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region, highlighting the intersection of water management and climate resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.

While Ninth Parallel has not undergone recent modifications, its risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, underscoring the importance of ongoing monitoring and management measures. With Liz Cheney as the Congressional representative for the area, the dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water supply and wildlife conservation, embodying the intricate balance between human needs and environmental protection in the context of water resource management and climate adaptation efforts.

Year_Completed 1972
Dam_Height 25
River_Or_Stream SPRING CREEK
Dam_Length 400
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 20
Hydraulic_Height 20
Drainage_Area 2.7
Nid_Storage 250
Structural_Height 26
Outlet_Gates Uncontrolled
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 26
       

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