Newcastle Wastewater Treatment (Cell 1) dam
Newcastle Wastewater Treatment (Cell 1)
Newcastle Wastewater Treatment (Cell 1) in Wyoming, designed by Lawrence T. Price, is a vital facility owned by the City of Newcastle for treating wastewater. Situated along the Pete Draw river, this treatment plant plays a crucial role in maintaining water quality and environmental sustainability in the region. Completed in 1988, the facility has a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, with a maximum storage capacity of 70 acre-feet and a surface area of 81 acres.
The dam at Newcastle Wastewater Treatment (Cell 1) is an earth-filled structure with a hydraulic height of 12 feet and a structural height of 15 feet. Equipped with 6 controlled outlet gates, this facility ensures effective wastewater management and minimizes the risk of environmental contamination. Despite its high risk assessment score of 2, the treatment plant adheres to state regulations, undergoes regular inspections, and is equipped with emergency preparedness measures to mitigate any potential hazards.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Newcastle Wastewater Treatment (Cell 1) serves as a prime example of infrastructure that combines environmental protection with efficient wastewater treatment practices. With a focus on responsible water management and regulatory compliance, this facility in Weston County, Wyoming, is a crucial asset in safeguarding the local ecosystem and ensuring sustainable water resources for future generations.
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 Newcastle Wastewater Treatment (Cell 1) -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Stockade Beaver Creek Near Newcastle | 18 cfs | → |
| Beaver Creek At Mallo Camp | 3 cfs | → |
| Cold Springs Creek At Buckhorn | 4 cfs | → |
| Castle Cr Above Deerfield Res Near Hill City Sd | 12 cfs | → |
| Castle Cr Below Deerfield Dam Sd | 9 cfs | → |
| Rhoads Fork Near Rochford Sd | 4 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Newcastle Wastewater Treatment (Cell 1).
Campgrounds
- Summit Ridge Cabin
- Redbank Springs Campground
- Beaver Creek
- Ditch Creek Campground
- Ditch Creek
- Custer Trail - Usfs
Track Newcastle Wastewater Treatment (Cell 1) 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 Newcastle Wastewater Treatment (Cell 1)
Where does the data for Newcastle Wastewater Treatment (Cell 1) 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 Low 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 Newcastle Wastewater Treatment (Cell 1).