Russiff #1 Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Russiff #1 is a privately owned dam located in Powder River, Montana, with a primary purpose of providing fire protection, stock, or serving as a small fish pond.
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Summary
Built in 1950 by the USDA NRCS, the earth dam stands at 11 feet tall and stretches 495 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 59 acre-feet. Situated on Dick Creek, the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment.
Managed by the DNRC, Russiff #1 is subject to state regulations and inspections, ensuring its compliance with safety standards and environmental guidelines. The dam has a spillway width of 50 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 500 cubic feet per second, providing adequate measures for flood control and water management. Despite its age, the dam remains functional and operational, serving its intended purposes while being regularly monitored for any potential risks or hazards.
Located in Congressional District 00, Montana, Russiff #1 plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region. With its strategic placement and design features, the dam serves as a valuable asset for the local community, contributing to fire protection, livestock watering, and ecological conservation. As water enthusiasts and climate advocates, the data on Russiff #1 highlights the importance of sustainable water infrastructure and the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure its long-term functionality and safety for all stakeholders.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
495 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
DICK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
11 |
Drainage Area |
14.15 |
Nid Storage |
59 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
11 |
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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.
Russiff #1