Summary
Completed in 1930, this earth dam stands at a height of 42 feet and has a storage capacity of 782 acre-feet. Its primary purposes include fire protection, stock watering, and serving as a small fish pond, making it a vital resource for the local community.
Situated on Cleveland Creek, Faber Cattle plays a significant role in providing water for agricultural activities and wildlife in the area. With a normal storage capacity of 447 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 1667 cubic feet per second, this dam is crucial for maintaining water supply during dry seasons and emergencies. Its location in Congressional District 00, Montana, underscores its importance for the region's water management and climate resilience efforts.
Despite being in a state of significant hazard potential and not yet rated for its condition assessment, Faber Cattle remains a key asset for water management in Montana. With state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place, the dam continues to serve its primary purposes effectively. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, monitoring and supporting the maintenance of infrastructure like Faber Cattle is essential for ensuring sustainable water use and resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1930 |
Dam Length |
272 |
Dam Height |
42 |
River Or Stream |
CLEVELAND CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
29 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
6 |
Nid Storage |
782 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
42 |
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.
Faber Cattle