Sturgeon No. 2
Key Takeaway
Sturgeon No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 39.5% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01891 |
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
WILLIAM L. STURGEON
Private
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Low Hazard 60 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Sturgeon No. 2?
Sturgeon 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 Sturgeon No. 2?
Sturgeon No. 2 is owned by WILLIAM L. STURGEON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sturgeon No. 2 built?
Sturgeon No. 2 was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Sturgeon No. 2?
Sturgeon No. 2 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 Sturgeon No. 2?
Sturgeon 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 Sturgeon No. 2 last inspected?
Sturgeon No. 2 was last inspected on July 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.