Two Wash Detention

SHORTY'S DRAW BIG HORN RIVER· Washakie, Wyoming· Built 2003· Gravity·
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Two Wash Detention is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Length358 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage151 acre-ft
Normal Storage377 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area2,290 sq mi
Max Discharge300 cfs
Year Completed2003 (23 years old)
NID IDWY01421

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 2, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

DOI BLM

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Two Wash Detention?

Two Wash Detention 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 Two Wash Detention?

Two Wash Detention is owned by DOI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Two Wash Detention built?

Two Wash Detention was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Two Wash Detention?

Two Wash Detention serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Two Wash Detention last inspected?

Two Wash Detention was last inspected on August 2, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.