Thomas No. 2
Key Takeaway
Thomas No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 7.6% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 474 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 438 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00039 |
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
LOUTH FAMILY TRUST, ET AL (C/O WYOMING BANK & TRUST)
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Thomas No. 2?
Thomas 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 Thomas No. 2?
Thomas No. 2 is owned by LOUTH FAMILY TRUST, ET AL (C/O WYOMING BANK & TRUST) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thomas No. 2 built?
Thomas No. 2 was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Thomas No. 2?
Thomas No. 2 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Thomas No. 2?
Thomas No. 2 has a dam height of 13 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 Thomas No. 2 last inspected?
Thomas No. 2 was last inspected on July 10, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.