Twin Forks (Dawson) Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Twin Forks (Dawson) is a privately owned Earth dam located in Glendive, Montana, in Dawson County.


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Summary

Completed in 1961, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-LABELL DITCH river or stream. With a height of 35 feet and a length of 220 feet, Twin Forks (Dawson) has a storage capacity of 218 acre-feet, providing essential protection to the surrounding area from potential flooding events.

Managed by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Twin Forks (Dawson) is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state agency to ensure its structural integrity and operational efficiency. Despite its low hazard potential, the condition of the dam has not been formally assessed and rated. The emergency action plan (EAP) status, risk assessment, and management measures for Twin Forks (Dawson) remain unknown, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to safeguard against any unforeseen risks or emergencies.

Located within Congressional District 00, Montana, Twin Forks (Dawson) plays a crucial role in protecting the local community and environment from potential flooding events. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the significance of dams like Twin Forks (Dawson) in mitigating flood risks and ensuring water security is essential for promoting sustainable water management practices and resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

1961

Dam Length

220

Dam Height

35

River Or Stream

TR-LABELL DITCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

35

Nid Storage

218

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

35
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.