The Double N Ranch in Libby, Montana is a private recreation area that features a significant earth dam constructed in 1965.
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This dam, located on Getner Creek, stands at 16 feet tall and has a storage capacity of 650 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 600 acre-feet. The ranch offers a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts, with opportunities for activities like fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing.
This dam, with a hazard potential classified as significant, is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC). While the condition of the dam is currently not rated, it undergoes regular inspections, enforcement, and permitting to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. The surrounding area, including the city of Libby and the Congressional District 00 in Montana, is managed and monitored to mitigate any potential risks associated with the dam.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Double N Ranch provides a fascinating case study of a privately owned recreational area with a dam structure that plays a crucial role in water storage and management. The ranch's location in the scenic Lincoln County, Montana, offers a unique opportunity to observe the intersection of human-built infrastructure and natural landscapes, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
GETNER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
650 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
16 |
Fisher River Near Libby Mt
|
923cfs |
Kootenai River Bl Libby Dam Nr Libby Mt
|
22100cfs |
Clark Fork River Below Cabinet Gorge Dam Id
|
18300cfs |
Yaak River Near Troy Mt
|
1540cfs |
Lightning Creek At Clark Fork Id
|
749cfs |
Kootenai River At Leonia Id
|
27600cfs |
Junction Of The Fisher River (Three Miles Sownstream Of Libby Dam) To Tub Gulch, Approximately Four Miles Upstream From The Town Of Libby, Montana
Middle Fork Bull River, Sec. 9, T28N, R33W To Proposed Addition To Cabinet Mtns Wilderness, Sec. 12, T28N, R33W
North Fork Bull River, Sec. 32, T29N, R32W To Proposed Cabinet Mtns Wilderness Boundary, Sec. 1, T28N, R32W