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Glendo Dike No. 2, located in Casso, Guernsey, Wyoming, is a vital structure designed by I.J. Matthews for flood risk reduction along the North Platte River offstream. Completed in 1958, this earth dam stands at a height of 45 feet, with a hydraulic height of 29 feet and a structural height of 57 feet. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, but it also serves hydroelectric and irrigation needs in the region.
Managed by the Bureau of Reclamation, Glendo Dike No. 2 has a storage capacity of 1,118,653 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 23,320 acres. Despite its high hazard potential, the structure has been assessed as being in moderate risk with a rating of 3. The dam underwent modifications in 2016 to strengthen its foundation, ensuring its continued safety and functionality. With regular inspections and enforcement by the Bureau of Reclamation, Glendo Dike No. 2 remains a crucial component of water resource management in Platte, Wyoming.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Glendo Dike No. 2 represents a significant engineering achievement in managing flood risk and providing essential water services to the region. Its presence along the North Platte River showcases the importance of infrastructure in safeguarding communities and supporting sustainable water usage. With a rich history dating back to the late 1950s, this earth dam continues to play a pivotal role in water regulation and conservation efforts, ensuring the safety and well-being of local residents and ecosystems.
Years_Modified | 2016 - Foundation |
Year_Completed | 1958 |
Dam_Height | 45 |
River_Or_Stream | NORTH PLATTE RIVER OFFSTREAM |
Dam_Length | 580 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 23320 |
Hydraulic_Height | 29 |
Nid_Storage | 1118653 |
Structural_Height | 57 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Foundations | Rock, Soil |
Nid_Height | 57 |
NORTH PLATTE RIVER BELOW GLENDO RESERVOIR | 5710cfs |
SYBILLE CREEK AB CANAL NO. 3 | 93cfs |
CHEYENNE RIVER NR DULL CENTER WY | 0cfs |
LARAMIE RIVER NEAR BOSLER | 1950cfs |
SYBILLE CREEK AB MULE CREEK | 143cfs |
LARAMIE RIVER AT LARAMIE | 16cfs |
NORTH PLATTE RIVER AT ORIN | 2380cfs |
Location | Reservations | Toilets | Showers |
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Meeboer Lake Access Area - WGF | |||
Yellow Pine | |||
F.E. Warren AFB Crow Creek Military | |||
West Lake | |||
Dowdy Lake | |||
Vedauwoo |