Brooks Reservoir Report
Nearby: Brooks #1 Antelope Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Brooks is a privately owned water resource located in Garfield, Montana, along Horse Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1970, this earth dam stands at 18 feet high and spans 731 feet in length, providing essential fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes. With a storage capacity of 75 acre-feet, Brooks serves as a valuable asset for the local community while posing a low hazard potential.
Managed by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Brooks is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement. Despite being not rated in terms of condition assessment, this water resource remains crucial for maintaining the ecological balance and water security in the region. Situated in Congressional District 00, Montana, Brooks exemplifies the intersection of water management, climate resilience, and sustainable resource utilization.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the significance of Brooks in the context of water storage, fire protection, and ecological conservation is paramount. With its strategic location along Horse Creek and efficient dam infrastructure, Brooks stands as a testament to responsible water resource management in Montana. By recognizing the value of this privately owned asset and ensuring its continued upkeep and regulation, stakeholders can contribute to a more sustainable and climate-resilient future for the region.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
731 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
HORSE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
75 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
18 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Brooks