Summary
The dam serves primarily for irrigation purposes, with a capacity of storing up to 318 acre-feet of water from the Rough Creek river. With a height of 35 feet and a length of 1100 feet, the earth dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
The dam is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), ensuring that it meets state inspection, enforcement, and permitting requirements. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and not yet rated for condition assessment, Rough Creek Dam plays a significant role in water management within the area. The dam is situated in a picturesque location and serves as a vital infrastructure for maintaining water supply for irrigation purposes in the region.
With its strategic location and capacity to store water, Rough Creek Dam exemplifies the importance of sustainable water resource management in mitigating the impacts of climate change. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the role of such structures in maintaining water security and supporting agricultural activities is crucial. The dam stands as a testament to human ingenuity in harnessing nature's resources for the benefit of communities while also highlighting the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure its long-term functionality.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
1100 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
ROUGH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Drainage Area |
10.63 |
Nid Storage |
318 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
35 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
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.
Rough Creek Dam