Rader, Rodger is a privately owned irrigation dam located in Meagher, Montana, near the city of Great Falls.
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Built in 1957 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a length of 200 feet. It serves the primary purpose of irrigation, with a storage capacity of 82 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.47 square miles.
Managed by the DNRC, Rader, Rodger is regulated and inspected by the state of Montana, ensuring its safety and compliance with all necessary regulations. Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential and not yet assessed for its condition, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. With a spillway width of 30 feet and a hydraulic height of 20 feet, it is designed to efficiently control water flow from the TR-Elk Creek.
Although lacking in detailed risk assessment and emergency preparedness measures, Rader, Rodger remains an important structure for irrigation purposes in the area. With its location in a critical water resource region and its history of providing essential water supply to agricultural lands, this dam serves as a vital component in the management of water resources and climate resilience in Meagher County, Montana.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ELK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
0.47 |
Nid Storage |
82 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
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Thompson Guard Station
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Gipsy Lake Campground
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Gipsy Lake
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