Gp2 dam
Gp2
Gp2 is a privately owned dam located in Gulf, Florida, specifically in Port St. Joe. This Earth-type dam stands at a height of 21 feet and stretches 7240 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 2174 acre-feet. The primary purpose of Gp2 is for recreation, providing a surface area of 68 acres for various water activities. Despite being privately owned, the dam is regulated by the state of Florida and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Situated on an unnamed pond in S36, T7S, R11W, Gp2 remains an essential structure for recreational use in the area. The hazard potential of the dam is currently undetermined, with its condition not rated as of yet. Although not owned or funded by federal agencies, Gp2 serves as a valuable resource for water enthusiasts in the region. As climate change continues to impact water resources, it is crucial to monitor and maintain dams like Gp2 to ensure their safety and longevity for future generations to enjoy.
While the exact year of completion and last inspection date for Gp2 are unknown, the dam remains a key feature in the landscape of Port St. Joe. With its structural integrity and storage capacity, Gp2 provides a recreational outlet for residents and visitors alike. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to appreciate and support the maintenance of structures like Gp2 to preserve and protect our natural environment for years to come.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Gp2 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Apalachicola River Nr Sumatra | 13,400 cfs | → |
| Apalachicola R.Ab Chipola Conr Wewahitchka | 11,900 cfs | → |
| New River Nr Sumatra Fla | 233 cfs | → |
| Econfina Creek Near Bennett | 442 cfs | → |
| Apalachicola River Nr Blountstown | 9,690 cfs | → |
| Ochlockonee River Nr Smith Creek | 813 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Gp2.
Boat launches
- Highland View Boat Ramp
- Frank Pate Park
- T.H. Stone Memorial St Joseph Peninsula State Park - Eagle Harbor
- Indian Pass
- Mallard Street Boat Ramp
- Henry Abercrombie, Jr Boat Landing Road Franklin County
Campgrounds
- Primitive 2
- Primitive 1
- Primitive 3
- St. Joseph Peninsula State Park
- Bloody Bluff Landing
- Smith Creek Hunt Camp
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Segment C--Mud Swamp/New River Wilderness Boundary To Mud Swamp/New River Wilderness (Southern) Boundary
- Segment B--Sh 65 To Carr Bridge On Fh 13
- Segment D--Mud Swamp/New River Wilderness (Southern) Wilderness Boundary To Northern Boundary Of Town Of Carrabelle (Rm 4)
- Forest Service Property Bounday To St. Marks Wildlife Refuge Boundary
- Tirce Creek Bridge (Monkey Creek) To Forest Service Property Boundary In Sec 13
- 2 Miles Below Dam On Lake Talquin To Ochlockonee Bay
Track Gp2 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Gp2
Where does the data for Gp2 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Undetermined hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Gp2.