Rumney No. 2

SCOBY DRAW· Niobrara, Wyoming· Built 1950· Earth· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Rumney No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 59.6% in WY)
Dam Length1,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage320 acre-ft
Normal Storage180 acre-ft
Surface Area28 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
NID IDWY00581

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: June 6, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

USDI BLM

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rumney No. 2?

Rumney 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 Rumney No. 2?

Rumney No. 2 is owned by USDI BLM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rumney No. 2 built?

Rumney No. 2 was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Rumney No. 2?

Rumney 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 Rumney No. 2?

Rumney No. 2 has a dam height of 29 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 Rumney No. 2 last inspected?

Rumney No. 2 was last inspected on June 6, 2019. 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.