The Upper Prairie Goat Detention Dam, located in Glendive, Montana, was completed in 1962 by the Bureau of Land Management for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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This gravity dam stands at a hydraulic height of 25 feet and a structural height of 31 feet, with a length of 361 feet and a storage capacity of 133.48 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Cedar Creek and the Yellowstone River, serving as a vital resource for water management in the area.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is currently marked as unsatisfactory, indicating a need for maintenance and potential improvements. The last inspection date was in August 2016, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and risk management measures to ensure the safety and efficiency of this essential water resource infrastructure. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Upper Prairie Goat Detention Dam represents a key component of the region's water management system, showcasing the intricate balance between water supply, environmental conservation, and infrastructure maintenance in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
361 |
River Or Stream |
CEDAR CK./YELLOSTONE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
14.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
133.48 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
31 |
Yellowstone River At Glendive Mt
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6000cfs |
Beaver Creek Nr Trotters
|
0cfs |
Powder River Near Locate Mt
|
231cfs |
Little Missouri River At Medora
|
64cfs |
Little Missouri River At Marmarth
|
12cfs |
Deep Creek Nr Amidon
|
0cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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RATTLESNAKE RESERVOIR
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OIL PUMP RESERVOIR
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Pine-on-the-Rock Campground
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