Swan Creek No. 2
Key Takeaway
Swan Creek No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1908 and is 118 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 10.6% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 159 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1908 (118 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01190 |
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
HOODOO LAND HOLDINGS LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Swan Creek No. 2?
Swan Creek 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 Swan Creek No. 2?
Swan Creek No. 2 is owned by HOODOO LAND HOLDINGS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Swan Creek No. 2 built?
Swan Creek No. 2 was completed in 1908, making it 118 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 Swan Creek No. 2?
Swan Creek 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 Swan Creek No. 2?
Swan Creek No. 2 has a dam height of 15 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 Swan Creek No. 2 last inspected?
Swan Creek No. 2 was last inspected on June 11, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.