Dm No. 1
Key Takeaway
Dm No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 28.8% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 935 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | WY01616 |
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
DURBIN CREEK RANCH
Private
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dm No. 1?
Dm No. 1 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 Dm No. 1?
Dm No. 1 is owned by DURBIN CREEK RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dm No. 1 built?
Dm No. 1 was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Dm No. 1?
Dm No. 1 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dm No. 1?
Dm No. 1 has a dam height of 22 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 Dm No. 1 last inspected?
Dm No. 1 was last inspected on May 13, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.