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The two community public water systems within the Horse Creek subbasin utilize groundwater. Based on the listing of public water systems registered with the United States Environmental Protection Agency in the subbasin, approximately 650 people rely solely on groundwater sources of supply for their community water systems. The locations, populations served, and sources for these community public water systems are listed in the following table. A map showing locations of municipal wells that are permitted to produce more than 50 gallons per minute (gpm) and public water supply system surface water intakes can be seen by clicking here.
Two community public water systems are located in the Horse Creek subbasin. These systems serve approximately 650 people through 5 wells.
Summary of Groundwater Usage for Community Public Water Systems in the Horse Creek Subbasin
County |
Public water system identification number |
Name |
Population served |
Source |
Average daily use (gallons per day) |
Peak daily use (gallons per day) |
Goshen |
WY5600169 |
Town of Yoder Water System |
300 |
3 wells |
55,000 |
150,000 |
Goshen |
WY5600788 |
La Grange |
350 |
2 wells |
25,000 |
37,000 |
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Totals |
650 |
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80,000 |
187,000 |
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