Goose Creek Dam dam
Goose Creek Dam
Goose Creek Dam, located in Preble, Ohio, is a private Earth dam completed in 1993 for recreational purposes. Standing at a height of 28.8 feet and with a length of 310 feet, the dam holds a storage capacity of 84.9 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 24.5 acre-feet. Situated on a tributary to Bantas Fork, the dam is regulated by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.
With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of March 2016, Goose Creek Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and providing recreational opportunities in the region. The dam's location in Sampleville, Ohio, makes it a focal point for water enthusiasts and climate advocates interested in the intersection of water management, infrastructure development, and environmental conservation. As part of the larger network of dams and reservoirs in the area, Goose Creek Dam contributes to flood control and water supply management while offering a serene backdrop for outdoor activities and wildlife habitat.
Managed by a private entity, Goose Creek Dam serves as a testament to the collaborative efforts between private owners and state regulatory agencies in ensuring the safety and sustainability of water infrastructure projects. As climate change continues to impact water resources across the globe, the role of dams like Goose Creek Dam becomes increasingly significant in balancing the needs of human communities, wildlife habitats, and the environment at large. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Goose Creek Dam represents a case study in effective dam management, regulatory oversight, and environmental stewardship in the face of evolving climate challenges.
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 Goose Creek Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Sevenmile Creek At Camden Oh | 55 cfs | → |
| Twin Creek Near Germantown Oh | 118 cfs | → |
| East Fork Whitewater River At Richmond | 84 cfs | → |
| Stillwater River At Englewood Oh | 1,160 cfs | → |
| Great Miami River At Miamisburg Oh | 1,510 cfs | → |
| East Fork Whitewater River At Abington | 168 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Goose Creek Dam.
Boat launches
- Rush Run Wildlife Area
- Treaty Line Ramp Union County
- Whitewater Sp Ramp Union County
- Dunlapsville Ramp Union County
- Kennedy Road Municipio De St. Clair
- Black St. Ramp - Combs Park
Campgrounds
- Woodland Trails Scout Reservation
- Quakertown State Rec Area - Brookville Lake
- Mounds State Rec Area - Brookville Lake
- Governor Bebb Preserve
Fishing spots
Track Goose Creek Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Goose Creek Dam
Where does the data for Goose Creek 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 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 Goose Creek Dam.