Gose

MILLER CREEK· Crook, Wyoming· Built 1977· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Gose is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 55% in WY)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage24 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge547 cfs
Year Completed1977 (49 years old)
NID IDWY01336

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 23, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SEO

Ownership

CRUMP PROPERTIES LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gose?

Gose 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 Gose?

Gose is owned by CRUMP PROPERTIES LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Gose built?

Gose was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Gose?

Gose serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Gose?

Gose has a dam height of 28 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 Gose last inspected?

Gose was last inspected on June 23, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.