Gorman No. 2
Key Takeaway
Gorman No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 73% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00704 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
KURTIS K. CARRIE B. STEINHORST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gorman No. 2?
Gorman No. 2 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Gorman No. 2?
Gorman No. 2 is owned by KURTIS K. CARRIE B. STEINHORST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gorman No. 2 built?
Gorman No. 2 was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Gorman No. 2?
Gorman No. 2 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gorman No. 2?
Gorman No. 2 has a dam height of 32 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 Gorman No. 2 last inspected?
Gorman No. 2 was last inspected on April 5, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.