Bell & Scranton No. 2
Key Takeaway
Bell & Scranton No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 35.6% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 168 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00146 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BELL-OTTE RANCH ATTN: CELIA CORSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bell & Scranton No. 2?
Bell & Scranton No. 2 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bell & Scranton No. 2?
Bell & Scranton No. 2 is owned by BELL-OTTE RANCH ATTN: CELIA CORSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bell & Scranton No. 2 built?
Bell & Scranton No. 2 was completed in 1947, making it 79 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Bell & Scranton No. 2?
Bell & Scranton No. 2 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bell & Scranton No. 2?
Bell & Scranton No. 2 has a dam height of 24 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Bell & Scranton No. 2 last inspected?
Bell & Scranton No. 2 was last inspected on August 9, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.