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Facilities in Operation

Storage dams

2      

Canals

59 mi  

Laterals

190 mi  

Drains

41 mi  

Powerplants

2      

Transmission lines

572.8 mi  

Substations

6      


Storage Facilities

Carriage Facilities

Casper Canal

Location:

From headworks at Alcova Reservoir about 1 mi west of Alcova Dam near Alcova, Wyoming, generally north-northeast along west side of irrigated area to a point about 15 mi northwest of Casper, Wyoming.

Construction period:

1943-1939  

Length

59 mi  

Diversion capacity

1,200 cfs  

Typical section in earth:

 

   Bottom width

34 ft  

   Side slopes

1.5:1  

   Water depth

9.75 ft  


Casper Canal Tunnels

Location:

Six tunnels at various locations along Casper Canal

Construction period:

1934-1939  

Length (total)

3.4 mi  

Capacity

1,200-964 cfs  

Cross section:

Horseshoe, ranging from 14- to 13.75-ft-diameter

Lining:

Concrete


Power Facilities

 

 

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