Oci Pond 2
Key Takeaway
Oci Pond 2 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 2015 and is 11 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.1% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 8,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 142 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2015 (11 years old) |
| NID ID | WY02577 |
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
Ciner
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Oci Pond 2?
Oci Pond 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 Oci Pond 2?
Oci Pond 2 is owned by Ciner (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oci Pond 2 built?
Oci Pond 2 was completed in 2015, making it 11 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 Oci Pond 2?
Oci Pond 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 Oci Pond 2?
Oci Pond 2 has a dam height of 30 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 Oci Pond 2 last inspected?
Oci Pond 2 was last inspected on June 4, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.