Provost No. 2
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 Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 199 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00813 |
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
KREMERS LAND & LIVESTOCK, LLC
Private
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Low Hazard 25 ftFrequently 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.