Summary
Built in 1959 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and creating a small fish pond. With a dam height of 24 feet and a storage capacity of 254 acre-feet, Moore #7 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Moore #7 is considered to have a moderate risk level. The dam has a spillway width of 8 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 100 cubic feet per second. With no recent inspection data available, the condition assessment of the dam is currently listed as "Not Rated." It is noted that the dam is regulated by the DNRC and follows state permitting, inspection, and enforcement protocols.
Located in Congressional District 00, Montana, Moore #7 is part of the Omaha District and is overseen by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, it remains an important infrastructure for water management in the region. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate can appreciate the role that Moore #7 plays in maintaining water supply for fire protection, livestock, and recreational purposes.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
225 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
CROOKED CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
5.89 |
Nid Storage |
254 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
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Dam Data Reference
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.
Moore #7