Frost No. 2
Key Takeaway
Frost No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 8.9% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01106 |
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
MICHAEL CATTERTON
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Frost No. 2?
Frost 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 Frost No. 2?
Frost No. 2 is owned by MICHAEL CATTERTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Frost No. 2 built?
Frost No. 2 was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Frost No. 2?
Frost 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 Frost No. 2?
Frost No. 2 has a dam height of 14 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 Frost No. 2 last inspected?
Frost No. 2 was last inspected on June 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.