Provost No. 2

TEXACO DRAW· Niobrara, Wyoming· Built 1962· Earth· 23 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Provost No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 32.5% in WY)
Dam Length1,400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage199 acre-ft
Normal Storage104 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDWY00813

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: April 20, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

KREMERS LAND & LIVESTOCK, LLC

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Provost No. 2?

Provost 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 Provost No. 2?

Provost No. 2 is owned by KREMERS LAND & LIVESTOCK, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Provost No. 2 built?

Provost No. 2 was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Provost No. 2?

Provost No. 2 serves the following purposes: 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 Provost No. 2?

Provost No. 2 has a dam height of 23 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 Provost No. 2 last inspected?

Provost No. 2 was last inspected on April 20, 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.