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Shell Creek No. 2 is a private water resource structure located in Big Horn, Wyoming, along Shell Creek. Built in 1957 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth dam stands at a height of 42.1 feet and spans 440 feet in length, with a primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond. Despite its age, the dam's hazard potential is rated as low, with a moderate risk assessment score of 3.
This structure, managed by the Forest Service, has a storage capacity of 1949 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 98 acres, benefiting from a drainage area of 24 square miles. While it is not state-regulated or inspected, Shell Creek No. 2 serves essential functions such as irrigation and water supply in the region. The dam's condition assessment is marked as "Not Rated", with an inspection frequency of every 5 years.
Overall, Shell Creek No. 2 stands as a vital resource for the local ecosystem, providing support for fish and wildlife populations along with water supply and irrigation needs. Its strategic location along Shell Creek and its low hazard potential make it a valuable asset in the region, contributing to the sustainable management of water resources in Wyoming.
Year_Completed | 1957 |
Dam_Height | 42.1 |
River_Or_Stream | SHELL CREEK |
Dam_Length | 440 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 98 |
Drainage_Area | 24 |
Nid_Storage | 1949 |
Structural_Height | 18 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 42 |
MIDDLE FORK POWDER RIVER NEAR BARNUM | 14cfs |
GOOSE CREEK NEAR ACME | 123cfs |
ROCK CREEK NEAR BUFFALO | 70cfs |
PINEY CREEK AT KEARNY | 113cfs |
NORTH FORK POWDER RIVER NEAR HAZELTON | 3cfs |
TONGUE RIVER AT MONARCH | 383cfs |
SHELL CREEK NEAR SHELL | 74cfs |