Sturgeon No. 2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Sturgeon No. 3 Pinto
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
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Summary
2, located in Albany, Wyoming, along Willow Creek, is a privately owned irrigation dam completed in 1949. With a dam height of 25 feet and a storage capacity of 107 acre-feet, this earth dam serves multiple purposes including irrigation, fire protection, and stock or small fish pond management. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam's condition is assessed as poor, emphasizing the need for maintenance and potential upgrades to ensure its continued functionality.
Managed by the private owner and regulated by the Wyoming State Engineer's Office, Sturgeon No. 2 undergoes regular inspections every five years to assess its safety and condition. With an uncontrolled spillway and a single valve outlet gate, the dam's design and construction reflect its primary purpose of irrigation for the surrounding area. Situated in a picturesque location at an unnamed ranch, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and agricultural activities in the region, highlighting the intersection between water infrastructure and climate resilience.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the intricacies of structures like Sturgeon No. 2 provides insights into the challenges and opportunities for sustainable water management in diverse landscapes. With its historical significance and functional importance for the local community, this dam serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between human needs and environmental conservation in the face of changing climate patterns. Continued monitoring and maintenance efforts are essential to ensure the longevity and safety of this critical water resource infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1949 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
WILLOW CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
107 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Sybille Creek Ab Mule Creek
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143cfs |
Sybille Creek Ab Canal No. 3
|
93cfs |
L Medicine Bow R At Boles Spring
|
3cfs |
Laramie River Near Bosler
|
1950cfs |
Box Elder Creek At Boxelder
|
26cfs |
North Platte River Below Glendo Reservoir
|
5710cfs |
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.
Sturgeon No. 2