Satellite No. 2 Purge Storage
April 30, 2024
Satellite No. 2 Purge Storage is a private water resource located in Edgemont, SD, Wyoming, with a primary purpose of irrigation. Completed in 1979, this earth dam stands at 16 feet tall and has a maximum storage capacity of 549 acre-feet. The dam serves various purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond, with a normal storage capacity of 472 acre-feet and a surface area of 40 acres. The drainage area is 0.3 square miles, and the dam is regulated by the state with inspections conducted regularly.
This water resource is situated along Bob Draw and various wells, providing vital irrigation water for the region. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 12 feet and other controlled outlet gates. Despite its low hazard potential, the condition assessment of the dam is fair, with the last inspection conducted in April 2018. The risk assessment indicates a moderate risk level, and the dam is managed by the state regulatory agencies, SEO and DEQ. Overall, Satellite No. 2 Purge Storage plays a crucial role in water management and agricultural activities in the area.
| Year_Completed | 1979 |
| Dam_Height | 16 |
| River_Or_Stream | BOB DRAW AND VARIOUS WELLS |
| Dam_Length | 2850 |
| Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
| Surface_Area | 40 |
| Hydraulic_Height | 12 |
| Drainage_Area | 0.3 |
| Nid_Storage | 549 |
| Structural_Height | 23 |
| Outlet_Gates | Other Controlled |
| Hazard_Potential | Low |
| Foundations | Soil |
| Nid_Height | 23 |
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