Bucklin No. 2
Key Takeaway
Bucklin No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.3% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 429 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 361 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 75 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00369 |
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
HANDCART RANCH
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bucklin No. 2?
Bucklin 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 Bucklin No. 2?
Bucklin No. 2 is owned by HANDCART RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bucklin No. 2 built?
Bucklin No. 2 was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Bucklin No. 2?
Bucklin No. 2 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bucklin No. 2?
Bucklin No. 2 has a dam height of 9 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 Bucklin No. 2 last inspected?
Bucklin No. 2 was last inspected on July 20, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.