Summary
LOWHAM that serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond maintenance. Completed in 2000, this earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a hydraulic height of 23 feet, providing a storage capacity of 78 acre-feet with a normal storage level of 44 acre-feet. The dam stretches 804 feet in length and covers a surface area of 4.82 acres, impacting the drainage area of 0.13 square miles.
The dam's primary source of water is the East Martin Creek, with a maximum discharge capacity of 1164 cubic feet per second. The spillway, with a width of 30 feet, is designed as uncontrolled. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regularly inspected every 5 years and was last assessed to be in fair condition in June 2019. The risk assessment for the project is moderate, with no specific risk management measures identified at this time. It is essential for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor the ongoing maintenance and regulatory activities surrounding Cms Railroad Project Section 6 to ensure its continued safety and functionality for the surrounding community.
Year Completed |
2000 |
Dam Length |
804 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
EAST MARTIN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.82 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
0.13 |
Nid Storage |
78 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
33 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wild Horse Creek Near Arvada
|
0cfs |
Powder River At Arvada
|
262cfs |
Clear Creek Near Arvada
|
256cfs |
Stonepile Creek At Mouth
|
3cfs |
Donkey Creek Near Gillette
|
0cfs |
Powder River At Moorhead Mt
|
60cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Cms Railroad Project Section 6