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Router No. 49, located in Johnson, Wyoming, along County Road in 31-50-77, serves multiple purposes, including fire protection, stock, and a small fish pond. This private earth dam, designed by Hugh Lowham and completed in 2006, stands at a height of 42 feet with a structural height of 42 feet and a hydraulic height of 37 feet. With a storage capacity of 24.28 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 1.66 acres and has a drainage area of 0.09 square miles, serving as a critical resource in the area.
The dam on Router No. 49 poses a low hazard potential and is currently in fair condition as of the last inspection in August 2021. The spillway, with a width of 40 feet, is uncontrolled, and the dam features a single valve outlet gate. Despite its low risk profile, the dam has a moderate risk assessment of 3, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued safety and functionality for fire protection and other uses in the community.
Situated on Flicker Gulch and falling under the jurisdiction of the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality's Oil and Gas Conservation division, Router No. 49 plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. With its strategic location and design features, this dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts of private owners, regulators, and designers in safeguarding water resources and enhancing climate resilience in Wyoming.
Year_Completed | 2006 |
Dam_Height | 42 |
River_Or_Stream | FLICKER GULCH |
Dam_Length | 280 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 1.66 |
Hydraulic_Height | 37 |
Drainage_Area | 0.09 |
Nid_Storage | 24.28 |
Structural_Height | 42 |
Outlet_Gates | Valve - 1 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Rock, Soil |
Nid_Height | 42 |