Tonn #4 is a privately owned earth dam located in Custer, Montana, specifically in Miles City along Deer Creek.
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Completed in 1950, the dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and a small fish pond. Standing at a height of 20 feet with a hydraulic height of 16 feet, Tonn #4 has a storage capacity of 65 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 50 acre-feet.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the condition of Tonn #4 is currently not rated. The dam has not undergone a recent inspection, and its emergency action plan (EAP) status is unknown. The surrounding area does not have inundation maps prepared, and the risk assessment and management measures for the dam are also not documented. With its location in a region prone to climate change impacts, enthusiasts of water resource management and climate resilience may find Tonn #4 an intriguing case study for monitoring and potential mitigation efforts.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
462 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
DEER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
65 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
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