Goshen No. 2 dam
Goshen No. 2
Goshen No. 2, also known as Bump-Sullivan See 4020r, is a privately owned irrigation dam located in Goshen, Wyoming. Completed in 1924, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 12 feet and has a length of 1640 feet, providing a storage capacity of 2063 acre-feet. It is situated on Horse Creek, with a drainage area of 9.4 square miles and a surface area of 441 acres.
Despite its historical significance in supporting agricultural irrigation in the region, Goshen No. 2 currently faces significant hazard potential with a poor condition assessment as of the last inspection in May 2019. With a notable presence in the landscape of Goshen County, this dam serves as a critical water resource for the surrounding area. The dam's two slide (sluice gate) outlet gates allow for controlled water release, but the need for maintenance and rehabilitation is evident to ensure its long-term safety and functionality.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to monitor and address the maintenance needs of Goshen No. 2 to safeguard its structural integrity and prevent potential hazards. With the dam being state-regulated and inspected, collaboration with regulatory agencies and stakeholders is essential to develop a comprehensive risk management plan and ensure the continued operation of this vital irrigation infrastructure. By investing in the upkeep and modernization of Goshen No. 2, we can preserve its role in sustaining agricultural activities and water supply in the region for years to come.
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 Goshen No. 2 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| North Platte River At Wyoming-Nebraska State Line | 193 cfs | → |
| Laramie River Near Fort Laramie | 41 cfs | → |
| North Platte River Below Whalen Diversion Dam | · | → |
| Sybille Creek Ab Canal No. 3 | 93 cfs | → |
| Sybille Creek Ab Mule Creek | 143 cfs | → |
| Lodgepole Creek At Bushnell | 1 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Goshen No. 2.
Campgrounds
- Hawk Springs State Rec Area
- Scenic Knolls City Golf Course And Campground
- Zeigler Park - Mitchell
- Grayrocks Reservoir Public Access - Wgf
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Western Boundary Of Agate Fossil Beds National Monument To Eastern Boundary Of Agate Fossil Beds National Monument
- Duck Creek
More reservoirs
Track Goshen No. 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 Goshen No. 2
Where does the data for Goshen No. 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 Significant 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 Goshen No. 2.