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Kane 03-19-5781 is a privately owned irrigation dam located in Sheridan, Wyoming. Constructed in 2008 by designer LOWHAM, this earth dam on Dit Draw stands at a height of 30 feet and has a storage capacity of 39 acre-feet. The dam serves multiple purposes including irrigation, fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond maintenance, making it a crucial water resource for the local community.
Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the dam has a moderate risk rating due to its location and potential impact on the surrounding area. With a spillway width of 35 feet and a maximum discharge of 1688 cubic feet per second, the dam is equipped to handle excess water during heavy rainfall events. Regular inspections are conducted every five years to ensure the dam's structural integrity and safety measures are up to date, with the last assessment taking place in July 2017.
Managed by a private owner, Kane 03-19-5781 plays a vital role in water management and conservation efforts in the region. With its strategic location and multiple benefits, this dam serves as a valuable asset for the community and underscores the importance of proper infrastructure maintenance in safeguarding water resources for future generations.
Year_Completed | 2008 |
Dam_Height | 30 |
River_Or_Stream | DIT DRAW |
Dam_Length | 450 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 2.18 |
Hydraulic_Height | 26 |
Drainage_Area | 0.01 |
Nid_Storage | 39 |
Structural_Height | 32 |
Outlet_Gates | Valve - 1 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 32 |
TONGUE RIVER AT MONARCH | 383cfs |
GOOSE CREEK NEAR ACME | 123cfs |
NORTH FORK POWDER RIVER NEAR HAZELTON | 3cfs |
WILD HORSE CREEK NEAR ARVADA | 0cfs |
POWDER RIVER AT ARVADA | 206cfs |
PINEY CREEK AT KEARNY | 113cfs |
CLEAR CREEK NEAR ARVADA | 256cfs |