Summary
Built in 1950, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a capacity of 76 acre-feet for fire protection, stock, or small fish pond purposes. The dam is regulated and inspected by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation, ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations.
With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," Pine Hills provides essential water resources for the local area while posing minimal risk to the surrounding community. Despite lacking specific data on surface area, drainage area, and maximum discharge, the dam's primary purpose remains clear and vital for the region's fire protection and agricultural needs. As a privately owned structure, Pine Hills serves as a testament to responsible water resource management and infrastructure development in Montana.
In the event of an emergency, Pine Hills does not have an established Emergency Action Plan (EAP) or inundation maps prepared. However, the dam's hazard potential remains low, indicating a relatively low risk to public safety. As part of ongoing risk management efforts, the dam's condition and safety measures are regularly assessed, highlighting a commitment to ensuring the sustainability and reliability of this essential water resource infrastructure in the region.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
270 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BRIDGE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
76 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
27 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
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.
Pine Hills