SNOFLO



WEIR POND

RESERVOIR LEVELS
Soil Dam West Fork Big Goose Creek
April 12, 2025


35°F

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52°F

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7mph

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Weir Pond, located in Sheridan, Wyoming, is a privately-owned concrete dam built in 1969 for irrigation purposes on the West Fork Big Goose Creek. The dam has a height of 8 feet and a hydraulic height of 3 feet, with a storage capacity of 131 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is classified as having a poor condition assessment as of its last inspection in September 2019.

With a spillway width of 16 feet and an uncontrolled spillway type, Weir Pond has a surface area of 14 acres and a drainage area of 0. The dam is equipped with one slide (sluice gate) outlet gate for water release. The risk assessment for Weir Pond is moderate, indicating some potential concerns for its operation and maintenance.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Weir Pond can appreciate its role in providing irrigation water to the surrounding area, while also recognizing the need for regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its continued safety and functionality. The unique design features of the dam, coupled with its location in a picturesque setting, make Weir Pond a notable site for those interested in water infrastructure and management in Wyoming.

Year_Completed 1969
Dam_Height 8
River_Or_Stream WEST FORK BIG GOOSE CREEK
Dam_Length 150
Primary_Dam_Type Concrete
Surface_Area 14
Hydraulic_Height 3
Nid_Storage 131
Structural_Height 8
Outlet_Gates Slide (sluice gate) - 1
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Soil
Nid_Height 8
       

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