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Morton #9-231-34, located in Converse, Wyoming, is a federal-owned earth dam completed in 1960 for fire protection, stock, or small fish pond purposes. With a structural height of 28 feet and a hydraulic height of 24 feet, this dam serves the Falcon Draw and Cheyenne River, providing a maximum storage capacity of 20 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam has not been rated for its condition, and there are no recent inspection or maintenance records available.
Situated in a scenic area near Edgemont, SD, Morton #9-231-34 is under the jurisdiction of the USDA Forest Service and falls within the Walla Walla District. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, with a width of 20 feet, and it has a drainage area of 6 acres. While the dam has not been modified in recent years and poses a low immediate risk, there is a need for ongoing monitoring and potential upgrades to ensure its long-term safety and functionality. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam represents a significant piece of infrastructure contributing to local water management and conservation efforts in the region.
Year_Completed | 1960 |
Dam_Height | 28 |
River_Or_Stream | FALCON DRAW, CHEYENNE RIVER |
Dam_Length | 985 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 6 |
Hydraulic_Height | 24 |
Nid_Storage | 20 |
Structural_Height | 28 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 28 |