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UPPER DELTA BASIN ENLARGEMENT

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Soil Dam Green River
April 13, 2025


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The Upper Delta Basin Enlargement, also known as No. 1 Tailings, is a privately owned earth dam located in Green River, Wyoming. Completed in 2013, this structure serves the primary purpose of storing tailings material, with a maximum storage capacity of 9992 acre-feet and a structural height of 40 feet. The dam has a fair condition assessment and a high hazard potential, requiring regular inspections to ensure safety.

Managed by the State of Wyoming and regulated by the SEO, the Upper Delta Basin Enlargement plays a crucial role in the management of water resources in the area. Situated along the Green River, it covers a surface area of 652 acres and has a drainage area of 0 acres. Despite its fair condition, the dam is equipped with outlet gates for controlled release of water and a spillway type that is not specified in the data.

Owned by a private entity and designed by Phillip Solseng, the Upper Delta Basin Enlargement is a significant infrastructure project in the region. With a history of inspections and maintenance, this dam continues to contribute to water management efforts in Sweetwater County, Wyoming. As climate change impacts water resources, structures like the Upper Delta Basin Enlargement become essential for ensuring water security and mitigating potential risks.

Year_Completed 2013
Dam_Height 40
River_Or_Stream GREEN RIVER
Dam_Length 8900
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 652
Hydraulic_Height 35
Nid_Storage 9992
Structural_Height 40
Outlet_Gates None
Hazard_Potential High
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 40
       

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