Cody Sewage Lagoon (Cell 2) dam
Cody Sewage Lagoon (Cell 2)
Located in Cody, Wyoming, the Cody Sewage Lagoon (Cell 2) is a vital water resource managed by the local government for sewage treatment purposes. Designed by Robert L. Jacobson and completed in 1987, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a hydraulic height of 12 feet, serving as a crucial infrastructure for wastewater management in the region. Situated along the Shoshone River, this lagoon has a normal storage capacity of 53 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 23 acres.
With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the Cody Sewage Lagoon plays a critical role in maintaining water quality and protecting the environment. Inspected every 5 years, this facility is regulated and permitted by the Wyoming State Engineer's Office, ensuring compliance with state regulations and enforcement measures. Although lacking a spillway, the lagoon is equipped with 12 valve outlet gates for efficient water management. Despite its high risk assessment level, appropriate risk management measures are in place to mitigate any potential risks associated with the facility.
Overall, the Cody Sewage Lagoon (Cell 2) stands as a key component of the local water infrastructure in Cody, Wyoming, demonstrating the importance of sustainable water resource management and climate resilience in the region. As a crucial element in the sewage treatment system, this Earth-type dam plays a significant role in safeguarding water quality and protecting the surrounding environment. With regular inspections and adequate risk management measures in place, the lagoon continues to fulfill its essential function in maintaining a healthy and sustainable water ecosystem for the community.
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 Cody Sewage Lagoon (Cell 2) -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Shoshone River Below Buffalo Bill Reservoir | 315 cfs | → |
| South Fork Shoshone River Ab Buffalo Bill Res | 1,250 cfs | → |
| North Fork Shoshone River At Wapiti | 3,750 cfs | → |
| Greybull River At Meeteetse | 338 cfs | → |
| Clarks Fork Yellowstone River Nr Belfry Mt | 5,570 cfs | → |
| South Fork Shoshone River Near Valley | 187 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Cody Sewage Lagoon (Cell 2).
Boat launches
- Andy Martin Hill Boat Ramp
- Luce Reservoir Boat Launch
- North Fork Shoshone River Boat Ramp
- Hogan Reservoir Boat Launch
- Clarks Fork Boat Launch
Campgrounds
- Buffalo Bill State Park
- W.O.W. Cottage 3bed 2bath
- Homesteader Park
- Hogan And Luce Campground
- Hogan And Luce Campsite 1
- Hogan And Luce Campsite 2
Fishing spots
- Newton Lakes
- Buffalo Bill Reservoir
- Sunshine Lake (Lower)
- Sunshine Reservoir (Upper)
- Bridger Bend
- Mountain Goat Lake
Paddle runs
Track Cody Sewage Lagoon (Cell 2) 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 Cody Sewage Lagoon (Cell 2)
Where does the data for Cody Sewage Lagoon (Cell 2) 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 Cody Sewage Lagoon (Cell 2).