Swope No. 2
Key Takeaway
Swope No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 46.3% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 369 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00745 |
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
TOLLMAN RANCH
Private
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Low Hazard 23 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Swope No. 2?
Swope 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 Swope No. 2?
Swope No. 2 is owned by TOLLMAN RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Swope No. 2 built?
Swope No. 2 was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Swope No. 2?
Swope 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 Swope No. 2?
Swope No. 2 has a dam height of 26 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 Swope No. 2 last inspected?
Swope No. 2 was last inspected on June 6, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.