Gay #1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Gay #2 E B Ranch #1
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Gay #1 is a private water resource located in Powder River, Montana, with the primary purpose of serving as a fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.
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Summary
This earth dam, completed in 1972, stands at a height of 28 feet and has a storage capacity of 39 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) and is inspected regularly to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Situated on the TR-FIRE GULCH river/stream, Gay #1 poses a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment. While the dam has not been modified in recent years and lacks certain features such as spillways and outlet gates, it remains a crucial water resource for fire protection and livestock in the area. Although there are no associated structures or specific risk management measures in place, the dam serves as a vital asset for the community of BROADUS and the surrounding region.
Overall, Gay #1 represents a significant water resource in Montana, providing essential services for fire protection and stock while also serving as a small fish pond. With its low hazard potential and state regulation by the DNRC, this earth dam plays a vital role in ensuring water security and safety for the local community. As climate change continues to impact water resources, maintaining and monitoring structures like Gay #1 will be crucial for sustainable water management in the region.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-FIRE GULCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
39 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
28 |
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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.
Gay #1