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Gibbons No. 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_Height | 29 |
River_Or_Stream | GIBBONS DRAW |
Dam_Length | 310 |
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 |