Morrison No. 2
Key Takeaway
Morrison No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 73% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 595 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 129 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 129 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00160 |
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
DON WEDEMEYER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Morrison No. 2?
Morrison 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 Morrison No. 2?
Morrison No. 2 is owned by DON WEDEMEYER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Morrison No. 2 built?
Morrison No. 2 was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Morrison No. 2?
Morrison 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 Morrison No. 2?
Morrison No. 2 has a dam height of 32 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 Morrison No. 2 last inspected?
Morrison No. 2 was last inspected on June 29, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.