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Mcmurry No. 4 is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Casper Country Club, Wyoming, along the Elkhorn Creek. Constructed in 2014 by designer Jack Morey, this earth dam stands at a height of 64 feet and has a hydraulic height of 59 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 468 acre-feet. The dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and recreation, and has a surface area of 20.8 acres.
With a drainage area of 165 square miles and a maximum discharge of 241 cubic feet per second, Mcmurry No. 4 has an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 20 feet. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2019 was deemed satisfactory. Regular inspections are conducted every 5 years, with the last inspection taking place in August 2019. The overall risk assessment for the dam is moderate, with no specific risk management measures outlined in the data.
As a vital water resource for the local ecosystem and community, Mcmurry No. 4 plays a crucial role in supporting fish and wildlife habitats while providing recreational opportunities for residents. With its strategic location and design, this dam represents a significant asset in water management and conservation efforts in Natrona County, Wyoming.
Year_Completed | 2014 |
Dam_Height | 64 |
River_Or_Stream | ELKHORN CREEK |
Dam_Length | 682 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 20.8 |
Hydraulic_Height | 59 |
Drainage_Area | 165 |
Nid_Storage | 468 |
Structural_Height | 78 |
Outlet_Gates | Valve - 1 |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 78 |
NF POWDER RIVER BELOW PASS CREEK | 50cfs |
BOX ELDER CREEK AT BOXELDER | 26cfs |
LARAMIE RIVER NEAR BOSLER | 1950cfs |
L MEDICINE BOW R AT BOLES SPRING | 35cfs |
POWDER RIVER AT SUSSEX | 144cfs |
ROCK CREEK AB KING CANYON CANAL | 52cfs |
PASS CREEK NEAR ELK MOUNTAIN | 149cfs |