Gibbons No. 1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: 43-3-5375 Heinrich No. 13
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
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Summary
1 is a privately owned earth dam in Campbell, Wyoming, situated along Gibbons Draw. Completed in 1962, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, livestock watering, and small fish pond creation. With a height of 29 feet and a length of 310 feet, it has a storage capacity of 96 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 7 acres. The dam's drainage area is 1.6 square miles, and it is regulated by the Wyoming State Engineer's Office.
Despite its low hazard potential, Gibbons No. 1 has been assessed to be in fair condition as of July 2019. Regular inspections are conducted every five years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Located in a rural area near the town of Powderville, this dam plays a crucial role in providing water resources for the local community and supporting the surrounding ecosystem. Enthusiasts of water resource management and climate adaptation will find Gibbons No. 1 to be an intriguing example of sustainable water infrastructure in a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
310 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
GIBBONS DRAW |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
1.6 |
Nid Storage |
96 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
29 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wild Horse Creek Near Arvada
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0cfs |
Powder River At Arvada
|
262cfs |
Clear Creek Near Arvada
|
256cfs |
Stonepile Creek At Mouth
|
3cfs |
Donkey Creek Near Gillette
|
0cfs |
Little Powder River Ab Dry Creek
|
1cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Gibbons No. 1