Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 12 feet and has a length of 200 feet, providing a storage capacity of 373 acre-feet. It is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) and is inspected, permitted, and enforced by state authorities, ensuring its compliance with safety standards.
Situated on Strawberry Creek, Henry Dam #1 serves as a crucial water resource for the local community, offering low hazard potential and not currently rated for its condition assessment. Despite its age, the dam continues to fulfill its intended functions effectively, with a normal storage capacity of 157 acre-feet. The dam's location in Toole County, Montana, highlights its importance in providing essential services for fire protection and agricultural needs in the region.
With its modest size and low risk profile, Henry Dam #1 remains a vital infrastructure for water management in the area, supporting irrigation, livestock watering, and wildlife habitats. As climate change impacts water resources, the dam's role in ensuring water availability and resilience in the face of changing conditions becomes increasingly significant. As enthusiasts for water resources and climate adaptation, monitoring and maintaining structures like Henry Dam #1 are essential for sustainable water management in the region.
Year Completed |
1948 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR-STRAWBERRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
373 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
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.
Henry Dam #1