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Gorman No. 2 is a privately-owned earth dam located in Sheridan, Wyoming, along the BAR N DRAW river. Completed in 1963, this dam stands at 32 feet high and serves primarily for water supply purposes, with a storage capacity of 81 acre-feet. The dam has a spillway width of 30 feet and a hazard potential rated as low, with a fair condition assessment as of April 2021.
Despite its relatively low hazard potential, Gorman No. 2 is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement, ensuring its safety and functionality for the surrounding community. With Liz Cheney as the Congressional Representative overseeing the area, the dam is part of the Omaha District managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers. The risk assessment for this dam is moderate, emphasizing the importance of ongoing monitoring and risk management measures to ensure its continued operation and safety for water resources in the region.
Year_Completed | 1963 |
Dam_Height | 32 |
River_Or_Stream | BAR N DRAW |
Dam_Length | 270 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 5 |
Hydraulic_Height | 27 |
Nid_Storage | 81 |
Structural_Height | 33 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 33 |