Reynolds No. 2

SHALEROCK DRAW· Natrona, Wyoming· Built 1909· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Reynolds No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1909 and is 117 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 10.6% in WY)
Dam Length3,362 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.5K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.0K acre-ft
Surface Area168 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1909 (117 years old)
NID IDWY00225

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: September 20, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

MCKENZIE KATE HARLAN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Reynolds No. 2?

Reynolds 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 Reynolds No. 2?

Reynolds No. 2 is owned by MCKENZIE KATE HARLAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Reynolds No. 2 built?

Reynolds No. 2 was completed in 1909, making it 117 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 Reynolds No. 2?

Reynolds 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 Reynolds No. 2?

Reynolds No. 2 has a dam height of 15 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 Reynolds No. 2 last inspected?

Reynolds No. 2 was last inspected on September 20, 2022. 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.