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CATFISH

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Soil Dam Fly Draw
April 8, 2025


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Catfish is a privately owned dam located in Converse, Wyoming, on the Fly Draw River. Built in 1977 by designer Daniel A. Siek, this earth dam stands at 30 feet high with a hydraulic height of 26 feet and a length of 330 feet. The primary purpose of Catfish is for fire protection, stock, and as a small fish pond, with a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet and a drainage area of 1.5 square miles.

Despite its low hazard potential, Catfish is in poor condition as of its last inspection in June 2017. With a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam is in need of maintenance and potential risk management measures. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 25 feet, and a maximum discharge capacity of 425 cubic feet per second.

Located on an unnamed ranch in Converse County, Catfish serves as a vital resource for water storage and wildlife habitat in the region. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Catfish a fascinating structure with a unique blend of functions, serving both practical and ecological purposes in the surrounding area.

Year_Completed 1977
Dam_Height 30
River_Or_Stream FLY DRAW
Dam_Length 330
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 7
Hydraulic_Height 26
Drainage_Area 1.5
Nid_Storage 80
Structural_Height 30
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 30
       

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