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NORTH WINDMILL

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Rock, Soil Dam Mill Draw
April 5, 2025


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North Windmill, located in Campbell County, Wyoming, is a private earth dam completed in 2006 for irrigation purposes along the Mill Draw river. The dam stands at a height of 47 feet with a hydraulic height of 39 feet, providing a storage capacity of 35 acre-feet. With a spillway width of 15 feet and a maximum discharge of 753 cubic feet per second, the dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond maintenance, making it a crucial resource for the local community.

Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, North Windmill is regulated and inspected by the state agencies SEO and DEQ, ensuring its safety and compliance with regulatory standards. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment are moderate, with a risk rating of 3. With a valve outlet gate and a drainage area of 0.11 square miles, the dam covers a surface area of 2.96 acres and plays a vital role in water management and conservation in the region.

Managed by private owners, North Windmill stands as a testament to sustainable water resource development and climate resilience in Wyoming. Its design by O & G Environmental and T. Jaap showcases the importance of proper infrastructure for irrigation and environmental protection. As a key component of the local water infrastructure, North Windmill contributes to the overall water security and agricultural sustainability in the area, highlighting the critical role of dams in mitigating the impacts of climate change on water resources.

Year_Completed 2006
Dam_Height 47
River_Or_Stream MILL DRAW
Dam_Length 340
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 2.96
Hydraulic_Height 39
Drainage_Area 0.11
Nid_Storage 35
Structural_Height 47
Outlet_Gates Valve - 1
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Rock, Soil
Nid_Height 47
       

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