Don Meek #1 is a privately owned earth dam located in Montrose, Colorado, specifically in the city of Delta. Built in 1939 for irrigation purposes, this dam stands at a height of 19 feet and has a length of 850 feet, with a storage capacity of 95 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the Long Gulch-OS river or stream and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and irrigation.

Despite being designated as having a low hazard potential, the condition of Don Meek #1 is currently assessed as unsatisfactory, with the last inspection conducted in November 2014. The dam lacks a spillway and features slide and uncontrolled outlet gates. The risk assessment for this dam is classified as high, indicating the need for proper risk management measures to ensure the safety and stability of the structure. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Don Meek #1 to be a fascinating site for further study and monitoring in the context of changing environmental conditions.