Heart Mountain Irrigation District, located in Powell, Wyoming, has a rich history dating back to the early 1900s when the Shoshone Project was authorized for construction. The district, comprised of the Garland, Frannie, Willwood, and Heart Mountain divisions, provides water for agricultural purposes through the Buffalo Bill Dam and Reservoir.
The Heart Mountain division, the last to be provided water and opened to settlement, played a significant role during World War II when Japanese evacuees cultivated over 1700 acres of land at the Heart Mountain Relocation Center. Today, the district continues to operate and maintain its irrigation facilities, ensuring the efficient distribution of water to support local farming activities.
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