Smith No. 2

WILLOW CREEK· Johnson, Wyoming· Built 1959· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Smith No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 39.5% in WY)
Dam Length345 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage33 acre-ft
Normal Storage19 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1959 (67 years old)
NID IDWY00538

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 28, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

RAFTER L RANCH CORP C/O LARRY SMITH

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Smith No. 2?

Smith 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 Smith No. 2?

Smith No. 2 is owned by RAFTER L RANCH CORP C/O LARRY SMITH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Smith No. 2 built?

Smith No. 2 was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Smith No. 2?

Smith 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 Smith No. 2?

Smith No. 2 has a dam height of 25 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 Smith No. 2 last inspected?

Smith No. 2 was last inspected on June 28, 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.