Fleming, located in Glendive, Montana along Clear Creek, is a privately-owned irrigation dam completed in 1962.
With a height of 14 feet and a length of 500 feet, this earth dam has a storage capacity of 97 acre-feet, primarily used for irrigation purposes. The dam is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) and has a low hazard potential, with a condition assessment that is currently not rated.
Despite being a privately-owned structure, Fleming is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement measures, ensuring its safety and compliance with regulations. The dam is situated in Congressional District 00, Montana, represented by Greg Gianforte. While the dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status is unclear, the risk assessment and management measures for the site have not been documented. With its location in a scenic area of Dawson County, Fleming serves as a vital resource for water management in the region, highlighting the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience in Montana.
Wind
Humidity
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
CLEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
97 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
14 |
Yellowstone River At Glendive Mt
|
6000cfs |
Redwater River At Circle Mt
|
1cfs |
Powder River Near Locate Mt
|
231cfs |
Nelson Creek Near Van Norman Mt
|
33cfs |
Beaver Creek Nr Trotters
|
0cfs |
Yellowstone River At Miles City Mt
|
5210cfs |