Satellite No. 2 Purge Storage
Key Takeaway
Satellite No. 2 Purge Storage is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 13.2% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 2,850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 549 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 472 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 74 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1994 |
| NID ID | WY00949 |
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
POWER RESORCES INC
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Satellite No. 2 Purge Storage?
Satellite No. 2 Purge Storage 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 Satellite No. 2 Purge Storage?
Satellite No. 2 Purge Storage is owned by POWER RESORCES INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Satellite No. 2 Purge Storage built?
Satellite No. 2 Purge Storage was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Satellite No. 2 Purge Storage?
Satellite No. 2 Purge Storage serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Satellite No. 2 Purge Storage?
Satellite No. 2 Purge Storage has a dam height of 16 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 Satellite No. 2 Purge Storage last inspected?
Satellite No. 2 Purge Storage was last inspected on May 18, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.