Guesenburu Reservoir Report
Nearby: Michel #1 Guesanborn
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Guesenburu, Michel is a privately owned earth dam located in Garfield, Montana, specifically in the city of Van Norman.
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Summary
Built in 1966, this dam serves multiple purposes, including fire protection, stock, and a small fish pond. With a height of 25 feet and a length of 450 feet, Guesenburu, Michel has a storage capacity of 71 acre-feet, with normal storage levels at 22 acre-feet. It is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) and is inspected, permitted, and enforced by state authorities.
Situated on the TR-SAND CREEK river/stream, Guesenburu, Michel has a low hazard potential and is not currently rated for its condition assessment. Despite lacking detailed information on its current condition and management measures, this dam plays a crucial role in providing essential water resources for fire protection, livestock, and fisheries. Furthermore, its strategic location and purpose make it a valuable asset for the local community and surrounding areas. With its historical significance dating back over five decades, Guesenburu, Michel stands as a testament to sustainable water resource management practices in Montana.
As an integral part of the water infrastructure in the region, Guesenburu, Michel contributes to the overall water management system and supports the environmental and socio-economic well-being of the area. While more detailed information on its condition assessment, emergency action plan, and risk management measures is needed, the dam's presence highlights the importance of maintaining and monitoring critical water resources. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Guesenburu, Michel offers a fascinating case study in dam construction, regulation, and usage for multiple purposes in a rural setting.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SAND CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
71 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Guesenburu, Michel