Driskill No. 1
Key Takeaway
Driskill No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 55% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 198 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2003 |
| NID ID | WY02305 |
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
SHIRLEY CUMMINGS
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Driskill No. 1?
Driskill 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 Driskill No. 1?
Driskill No. 1 is owned by SHIRLEY CUMMINGS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Driskill No. 1 built?
Driskill No. 1 was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Driskill No. 1?
Driskill No. 1 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 Driskill No. 1?
Driskill No. 1 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 Driskill No. 1 last inspected?
Driskill No. 1 was last inspected on June 18, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.