Driskill No. 1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

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Summary

1 is a privately owned earth dam located in Crook, Wyoming, specifically in the city of Belle Fourche, SD. This dam was designed by Ralph W. Goodson and completed in 1984 with the primary purpose of irrigation. With a height of 28 feet and a length of 700 feet, Driskill No. 1 has a storage capacity of 198 acre-feet and a surface area of 13 acres, serving the Lytle Creek watershed.

Despite its low hazard potential, Driskill No. 1 is currently assessed as being in poor condition, raising concerns about its long-term stability and functionality. The last inspection took place in June 2019, highlighting the need for maintenance and potential upgrades to ensure the dam's safety and effectiveness. Given its moderate risk assessment rating, stakeholders and regulatory agencies may need to implement risk management measures to mitigate any potential hazards associated with Driskill No. 1.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Driskill No. 1 presents an intriguing case study in dam infrastructure management and the intersection of human activity with natural water systems. As discussions around climate change and water scarcity continue to evolve, the condition and regulation of dams like Driskill No. 1 will be crucial in ensuring sustainable water resource management for future generations.

Year Completed

1984

Dam Length

700

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

LYTLE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

13

Hydraulic Height

21

Nid Storage

198

Structural Height

26

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 0

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

28
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.