Pilch 14-2 Pit

ASH DRAW· Sheridan, Wyoming· Built 2003· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Other Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Pilch 14-2 Pit is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 46.3% in WY)
Dam Length2,450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage110 acre-ft
Normal Storage99 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge42 cfs
Year Completed2003 (23 years old)
NID IDWY02488

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 27, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

SUMMIT GAS RESOURCES INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pilch 14-2 Pit?

Pilch 14-2 Pit 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 Pilch 14-2 Pit?

Pilch 14-2 Pit is owned by SUMMIT GAS RESOURCES INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pilch 14-2 Pit built?

Pilch 14-2 Pit was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Pilch 14-2 Pit?

Pilch 14-2 Pit serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Other, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Pilch 14-2 Pit?

Pilch 14-2 Pit has a dam height of 26 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 Pilch 14-2 Pit last inspected?

Pilch 14-2 Pit was last inspected on March 27, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.