Little Red No. 2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Little Red Bauman #1
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
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Summary
2, located in Clearmont, Wyoming, is a privately-owned earth dam built in 1966 for irrigation purposes on Clear Creek. Standing at 36 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 31 feet, this structure provides a maximum storage capacity of 351 acre-feet and a normal storage of 228 acre-feet across its 630-foot length. Despite being classified with a low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is rated as poor, indicating a need for maintenance and improvements to ensure its continued safety and functionality.
Although the dam has not undergone recent modifications, it features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 80 feet and a single slide (sluice gate) outlet gate. The last inspection in April 2021 revealed its poor condition, prompting concerns about its long-term stability. With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, stakeholders should prioritize implementing risk management measures and conducting necessary repairs to mitigate potential hazards and safeguard the surrounding community and environment from the impacts of a dam failure. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, staying informed about the status of Little Red No. 2 is crucial for understanding its role in supporting local irrigation needs and the importance of proactive dam maintenance practices.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
630 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
CLEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
22 |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Nid Storage |
351 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
36 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Piney Creek At Kearny
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113cfs |
Powder River At Arvada
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156cfs |
Rock Creek Near Buffalo
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70cfs |
Clear Creek Near Buffalo
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12cfs |
Wild Horse Creek Near Arvada
|
0cfs |
South Piney Creek At Willow Park
|
0cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Little Red No. 2