Eastgate is a private earth dam located in Natrona, Wyoming, along the Jones Draw river.
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Completed in 2010, this structure serves multiple purposes including fish and wildlife pond, fire protection, stock, and irrigation. With a height of 60 feet and a hydraulic height of 54 feet, Eastgate has a storage capacity of 717 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 594 acre-feet. The dam covers a surface area of 32 acres and has a drainage area of 7.5 square miles.
Managed by the SEO agency in Wyoming, Eastgate has a spillway width of 200 feet and an uncontrolled spillway type. The dam's hazard potential is considered high, with a moderate risk assessment score of 3. Despite its remote location, Eastgate is regularly inspected every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and compliance with safety regulations. Overall, Eastgate provides essential water resources for the surrounding area while also supporting fish and wildlife habitats in the region.
Year Completed |
2010 |
Dam Length |
960 |
Dam Height |
60 |
River Or Stream |
JONES DRAW |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
32 |
Hydraulic Height |
54 |
Drainage Area |
7.5 |
Nid Storage |
717 |
Structural Height |
55 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
60 |
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