Miller #1 - Second Enlargement
Key Takeaway
Miller #1 - Second Enlargement is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 77.4% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 791 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 315 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 182 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 150 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1999 |
| NID ID | WY02292 |
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
GARY T. & VICKI S. WILKINSON
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Miller #1 - Second Enlargement?
Miller #1 - Second Enlargement 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 Miller #1 - Second Enlargement?
Miller #1 - Second Enlargement is owned by GARY T. & VICKI S. WILKINSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Miller #1 - Second Enlargement built?
Miller #1 - Second Enlargement was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Miller #1 - Second Enlargement?
Miller #1 - Second Enlargement 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 Miller #1 - Second Enlargement?
Miller #1 - Second Enlargement has a dam height of 34 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 Miller #1 - Second Enlargement last inspected?
Miller #1 - Second Enlargement was last inspected on August 31, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.