Kiewit No.
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2, located on East Pass Creek in Wyoming, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for irrigation purposes. Built in 1973, this structure stands at a height of 34 feet and has a storage capacity of 92 acre-feet. Its spillway is uncontrolled with a width of 10 feet, and it is equipped with a slide gate as the outlet mechanism.
Despite being categorized with a low hazard potential, the dam's overall condition is assessed as fair. It undergoes inspections every five years, with the last assessment conducted in September 2019. The risk assessment for Kiewit No. 2 indicates a moderate risk level, emphasizing the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued safety and functionality.
With its strategic location in the Sheridan County of Wyoming, Kiewit No. 2 plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural activities in the region. Climate enthusiasts and water resource experts would find this dam's design and operational details intriguing, highlighting the intersection of human infrastructure and natural water systems in the context of irrigation and environmental sustainability.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
EAST PASS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Nid Storage |
92 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
West Pass Creek Near Parkman
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10cfs |
East Pass Creek Near Dayton
|
12cfs |
Little Bighorn River At State Line Nr Wyola Mt
|
80cfs |
Tongue River Near Dayton
|
48cfs |
Tongue River At Monarch
|
383cfs |
Goose Creek Near Acme
|
123cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Tongue Canyon Campground
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Tongue River Camp - Amsden Creek WMA
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Arrowhead Lodge
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Pine Island Group Campground
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