Pacific No. 2
Key Takeaway
Pacific No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1922 and is 104 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 17.2% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 258 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1922 (104 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01200 |
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
BLAIR & HAY LAND & LIVESTOCK COMPANY
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Pacific No. 2?
Pacific 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 Pacific No. 2?
Pacific No. 2 is owned by BLAIR & HAY LAND & LIVESTOCK COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pacific No. 2 built?
Pacific No. 2 was completed in 1922, making it 104 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 Pacific No. 2?
Pacific 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 Pacific No. 2?
Pacific No. 2 has a dam height of 18 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 Pacific No. 2 last inspected?
Pacific No. 2 was last inspected on July 20, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.