East And West Goose Str R-9-2 Dam dam
East And West Goose Str R-9-2 Dam
The East and West Goose Str R-9-2 Dam, located in Lafayette, Mississippi, is a crucial structure designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the TR- Goose Creek E and W. Built in 1958, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and stretches 775 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 169 acre-feet to manage water flow in the area. Despite its high hazard potential and unsatisfactory condition assessment, the dam is state-regulated and inspected regularly by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, the East and West Goose Str R-9-2 Dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding communities from potential water-related disasters. Its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates are designed to manage water levels during periods of high discharge, while its high hazard potential underscores the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. The dam's location in Oxford, Mississippi, highlights its significance in safeguarding the local area from the impacts of extreme weather events and climate variability.
As a key infrastructure managed by the local government, the East and West Goose Str R-9-2 Dam serves as a critical component of the region's water resource management system. Its construction by the Natural Resources Conservation Service reflects a commitment to sustainable water infrastructure development, while its moderate risk assessment rating indicates the need for ongoing risk management measures. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the intricacies of this dam's design, operation, and regulatory oversight provides valuable insights into the intersection of water management and climate adaptation in Mississippi.
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 East And West Goose Str R-9-2 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Yocona River Nr Oxford | 165 cfs | → |
| Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley | 25 cfs | → |
| Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville | 13 cfs | → |
| Little Tallahatchie River At Etta | 191 cfs | → |
| Skuna River At Bruce | 158 cfs | → |
| Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch | 80 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near East And West Goose Str R-9-2 Dam.
Track East And West Goose Str R-9-2 Dam in the Snoflo app
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About East And West Goose Str R-9-2 Dam
Where does the data for East And West Goose Str R-9-2 Dam 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 High 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 East And West Goose Str R-9-2 Dam.