Wheatland No. 2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

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Summary

2, located in Albany, Wyoming, along the Laramie River, is a private earth dam primarily used for irrigation purposes. Completed in 1901, this dam stands at a height of 37 feet and has a storage capacity of 144,877 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 98,934 acre-feet, Wheatland No. 2 covers a surface area of 7,599 acres and serves a drainage area of 2,174 acres.

Despite its historical significance, Wheatland No. 2 is currently in poor condition, with a significant hazard potential. The last inspection in July 2019 revealed its deteriorating state, warranting attention and maintenance to ensure its continued safety and functionality. With a very high risk rating and a need for risk management measures, this dam serves as a critical component of the irrigation infrastructure in the region, highlighting the importance of water resource management and climate resilience efforts in safeguarding our water supply and agricultural systems.

Year Completed

1901

Dam Length

8303

Dam Height

37

River Or Stream

LARAMIE RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7599

Hydraulic Height

31

Drainage Area

2174

Nid Storage

144877

Structural Height

37

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 4

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

37
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.