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Jepson No. 2, located in Reclusa Ranch, Wyoming, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1953 for irrigation purposes on Little Willow Creek. With a height of 19 feet and a storage capacity of 252 acre-feet, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond maintenance. The dam has a fair condition assessment and a low hazard potential, with a moderate risk assessment rating.
Managed by the Wyoming State Engineer's Office and Department of Environmental Quality, Jepson No. 2 undergoes regular inspections and is regulated, permitted, and enforced by state agencies. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 200 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 8823 cubic feet per second. Despite its age, Jepson No. 2 remains a crucial water resource infrastructure in Johnson County, Wyoming, ensuring water supply for agricultural and livestock activities in the region.
Overall, Jepson No. 2 stands as a testament to efficient water management in Wyoming, providing essential irrigation services while maintaining a low-risk profile. With its strategic location on Little Willow Creek and its contribution to the local ecosystem, this dam plays a pivotal role in sustaining water resources and supporting the agricultural community in the area. As climate change continues to impact water availability, structures like Jepson No. 2 will be vital in ensuring water security for future generations.
Year_Completed | 1953 |
Dam_Height | 19 |
River_Or_Stream | LITTLE WILLOW CREEK |
Dam_Length | 1208 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 18.23 |
Hydraulic_Height | 11 |
Drainage_Area | 18.3 |
Nid_Storage | 252 |
Structural_Height | 22 |
Outlet_Gates | Valve - 1 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Rock, Soil |
Nid_Height | 22 |
POWDER RIVER AT ARVADA | 233cfs |
POWDER RIVER AT MOORHEAD MT | 401cfs |
POWDER RIVER AT SUSSEX | 144cfs |
PRAIRIE DOG CREEK NEAR ACME | 19cfs |
WILD HORSE CREEK NEAR ARVADA | 0cfs |
TONGUE RIVER AT STATE LINE NR DECKER MT | 850cfs |
CLEAR CREEK NEAR BUFFALO | 120cfs |