Smith Ranch - Highland Satellite No. 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Smith Ranch - Highland Satellite No. 2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 17.2% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 2,320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 472 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 321 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | WY83120 |
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
CAMECO (POWER RESOURCES, INC.)
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Smith Ranch - Highland Satellite No. 2 Dam?
Smith Ranch - Highland Satellite No. 2 Dam 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 Ranch - Highland Satellite No. 2 Dam?
Smith Ranch - Highland Satellite No. 2 Dam is owned by CAMECO (POWER RESOURCES, INC.) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Smith Ranch - Highland Satellite No. 2 Dam built?
Smith Ranch - Highland Satellite No. 2 Dam 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 Smith Ranch - Highland Satellite No. 2 Dam?
Smith Ranch - Highland Satellite No. 2 Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Smith Ranch - Highland Satellite No. 2 Dam?
Smith Ranch - Highland Satellite No. 2 Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Ranch - Highland Satellite No. 2 Dam last inspected?
Smith Ranch - Highland Satellite No. 2 Dam was last inspected on May 9, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.