John Ball Reservoir, located in McCone County, Montana, is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1935 for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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With a dam height of 16 feet and a storage capacity of 145 acre-feet, this reservoir on the TR-South Fork Rock Creek serves as a vital water resource in the region. The reservoir has a maximum discharge of 1000 cubic feet per second and features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 100 feet.
Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, the condition of John Ball Reservoir is currently not rated. The dam is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) and undergoes regular state inspections and enforcement. While the reservoir has not been modified in recent years, it continues to provide essential water supply and storage for the surrounding area, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring in ensuring its safety and functionality for both agricultural and ecological purposes.
Year Completed |
1935 |
Dam Length |
360 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SOUTH FORK ROCK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Drainage Area |
1.09 |
Nid Storage |
145 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
16 |
Nelson Creek Near Van Norman Mt
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33cfs |
Milk River At Nashua Mt
|
233cfs |
Redwater River At Circle Mt
|
4cfs |
Missouri River Near Wolf Point Mt
|
5020cfs |
Milk River At Tampico Mt
|
123cfs |
Poplar River Near Poplar Mt
|
28cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Rock Creek FAS
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McGuire Creek - Lake Fort Peck
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Nelson Creek - Fort Peck Lake
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