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Duck Creek No. 1 is a privately owned earth dam located in Albany County, Wyoming, specifically in the city of Torrington. Completed in 1951, this dam serves primarily for irrigation purposes, with a storage capacity of 93 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 56 acre-feet. With a structural height of 36 feet and a hydraulic height of 31 feet, Duck Creek No. 1 spans 570 feet in length and covers a surface area of 9 acres.
Despite its age, Duck Creek No. 1 has a low hazard potential but is currently assessed to be in poor condition as of the last inspection in 2018. The dam is equipped with one valve outlet gate and an uncontrolled spillway that is 50 feet wide. The surrounding area is at moderate risk (level 3) according to the risk assessment, indicating a need for potential risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. Overall, Duck Creek No. 1 is a vital component for water resource management in the region, and its maintenance and upkeep are crucial for sustainable irrigation and water supply for the surrounding areas.
Year_Completed | 1951 |
Dam_Height | 36 |
River_Or_Stream | DUCK CREEK |
Dam_Length | 570 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 9 |
Hydraulic_Height | 31 |
Nid_Storage | 93 |
Structural_Height | 36 |
Outlet_Gates | Valve - 1 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 36 |
LARAMIE R BL PIONEER CANAL NR WOODS LANDING | 1010cfs |
LARAMIE RIVER AT LARAMIE | 37cfs |
L MEDICINE BOW R AT BOLES SPRING | 25cfs |
SYBILLE CREEK AB MULE CREEK | 143cfs |
PIONEER CANAL NEAR WOODS | 174cfs |
LITTLE LARAMIE RIVER NEAR FILMORE | 671cfs |
SYBILLE CREEK AB CANAL NO. 3 | 93cfs |