Doney Lake #2 (Powell) dam
Doney Lake #2 (Powell)
Located in the picturesque county of Powell, Montana, Doney Lake #2 (Powell) is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for irrigation purposes. Built in 1942, this dam stands at a height of 14 feet and has a storage capacity of 405.3 acre-feet, with a surface area of 85.6 acres. The dam regulates the flow of the TR-Warren Creek, providing crucial water resources for the surrounding area.
Despite being classified with a hazard potential of "High" and a condition assessment of "Fair," Doney Lake #2 (Powell) is regularly inspected by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam features a controlled spillway, slide gates for outlet control, and is situated in a location prone to very high risk, necessitating vigilant risk management measures. With a maximum discharge capacity of 52 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a vital role in maintaining water resources for the local community.
As a key component of the irrigation infrastructure in the region, Doney Lake #2 (Powell) serves as a critical water resource for agricultural activities and environmental sustainability. Its strategic location in the heart of Montana's natural landscape underscores the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring to mitigate potential risks and ensure the continued functionality of this essential water management structure.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Doney Lake #2 (Powell) -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Nf Blackfoot R Ab Dry Gulch Nr Ovando Mt | 824 cfs | → |
| Blackfoot R Ab Nevada Cr Nr Helmville Mt | 765 cfs | → |
| Nevada Cr Ab Reservoir | 27 cfs | → |
| Clark Fork Near Drummond Mt | 554 cfs | → |
| Flint Creek Near Drummond Mt | 11 cfs | → |
| Clark Fork At Goldcreek Mt | 380 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Doney Lake #2 (Powell).
Campgrounds
- Harry Morgan Fas
- Big Nelson Campground
- Big Nelson Complex
- River Junction Fas
- Browns Lake Fas
- Monture Creek
Fishing spots
Track Doney Lake #2 (Powell) in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Doney Lake #2 (Powell)
Where does the data for Doney Lake #2 (Powell) come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Doney Lake #2 (Powell).