Olson, Oscar (Meagher) is a private irrigation dam located in White Sulphur Springs, Montana, along the TR-South Fork Smith River.
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Constructed in 1959 by USDA NRCS, this Earth dam stands at a height of 39.5 feet and serves the primary purpose of irrigation. With a normal storage capacity of 256 acre-feet and a drainage area of 3300 acres, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
The dam, owned and regulated by the DNRC, has a high hazard potential but is currently in satisfactory condition as per the latest assessment in December 2020. Equipped with a valve outlet gate and an uncontrolled spillway, it has a maximum storage capacity of 291 acre-feet and a surface area of 17.1 acres. Despite its moderate risk assessment, the dam meets regulatory guidelines and undergoes inspections every 5 years to ensure its continued safety and functionality.
Located in Congressional District 00, Montana, this dam is under the jurisdiction of the Omaha District of the USACE. With a history of effective risk management measures, including an Emergency Action Plan, and a dedicated team for inspections and enforcement, Olson, Oscar (Meagher) stands as a vital infrastructure for sustainable water resource management in the region.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
465 |
Dam Height |
39.5 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SOUTH FORK SMITH RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
37.4 |
Drainage Area |
3300 |
Nid Storage |
291 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
40 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Richardson Campground
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Grasshopper
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Grasshopper Campground
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