White No. 2
Key Takeaway
White No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 8.9% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 230 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00912 |
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
KC RANCH LLC
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of White No. 2?
White 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 White No. 2?
White No. 2 is owned by KC RANCH LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was White No. 2 built?
White No. 2 was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 White No. 2?
White 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 White No. 2?
White No. 2 has a dam height of 14 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 White No. 2 last inspected?
White No. 2 was last inspected on July 3, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.