Big Goose Park (3rd Enl.)
Key Takeaway
Big Goose Park (3rd Enl.) is classified as high hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 95 ft (taller than 98.2% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 1,280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 12.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 318 acres |
| Drainage Area | 27 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,660 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2008 |
| NID ID | WY01342 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
PARK RESERVOIR COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Big Goose Park (3rd Enl.)?
Big Goose Park (3rd Enl.) is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Big Goose Park (3rd Enl.)?
Big Goose Park (3rd Enl.) is owned by PARK RESERVOIR COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Goose Park (3rd Enl.) built?
Big Goose Park (3rd Enl.) was completed in 1958, making it 68 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Big Goose Park (3rd Enl.)?
Big Goose Park (3rd Enl.) serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Big Goose Park (3rd Enl.)?
Big Goose Park (3rd Enl.) has a dam height of 95 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Big Goose Park (3rd Enl.) last inspected?
Big Goose Park (3rd Enl.) was last inspected on August 1, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.