Story No. 1
May 5, 2024
Story No. 1, located in Niobrara, Wyoming, is a privately-owned earth dam built in 1961 for irrigation purposes along the DeGearing Draw river. Standing at 22 feet high with a structural height of 22 feet and a length of 1985 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 373 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 205 acre-feet and a surface area of 28 acres. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is poor, last inspected in November 2019, and is in need of maintenance and improvements.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 150 feet and one slide (sluice gate) outlet gate. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, there are concerns about the dam's overall safety and the potential consequences of a failure. Although it is regulated and permitted by the Wyoming State Engineer's Office, ongoing inspections and enforcement are crucial to ensure the dam's integrity and the safety of downstream communities. As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure, it is imperative to prioritize the maintenance and upkeep of dams like Story No. 1 to mitigate risks and protect against potential disasters.
| Year_Completed | 1961 |
| Dam_Height | 22 |
| River_Or_Stream | DEGEARING DRAW |
| Dam_Length | 1985 |
| Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
| Surface_Area | 28 |
| Hydraulic_Height | 17 |
| Nid_Storage | 373 |
| Structural_Height | 22 |
| Outlet_Gates | Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
| Hazard_Potential | Low |
| Foundations | Soil |
| Nid_Height | 22 |
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