Nicolaysen No.
2 is a private irrigation dam located in the Big Muddy Oil Field near Dry Muddy Creek in Natrona, Wyoming. Built in 1909, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet with a storage capacity of 252 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is irrigation, serving the surrounding area with a normal storage capacity of 175 acre-feet and a surface area of 32 acres.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Nicolaysen No. 2 is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement, ensuring its safety and compliance with regulatory standards. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 100 feet and outlet gates for water management. The dam's risk assessment is moderate, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to mitigate potential risks.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate Nicolaysen No. 2 for its historical significance in supporting agricultural activities in the region and its role in water management for irrigation purposes. With its strategic location and design features, this dam serves as a crucial infrastructure element in the local water supply system, contributing to the sustainability of water resources in the area.
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Humidity
Year Completed |
1909 |
Dam Length |
1741 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
DRY MUDDY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
32 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
252 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled, Valve |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
21 |
Deer Creek In Canyon
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17cfs |
Box Elder Creek At Boxelder
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26cfs |
North Platte River At Orin
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585cfs |
Sweetwater River Near Alcova
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27cfs |
Medicine Bow R Ab Seminoe Reservoir
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76cfs |
L Medicine Bow R At Boles Spring
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20cfs |
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Beartrap - Casper Mountain Park
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Lodge Pole
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Casper KOA Journey
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Rim Campsite 6
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Rim Campsite 8
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Rim Campsite 5
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