Summary
Built in 1954, this dam serves multiple purposes, including fire protection and creating a small fish pond. The dam stands at a height of 17 feet and has a storage capacity of 125 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 56 acre-feet.
Situated on Harris Creek, Cap Rock #4 is under the jurisdiction of the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC). The dam is classified as low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition. Despite lacking recent inspection and assessment data, the dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement, ensuring its safe operation and compliance with state guidelines. It is a significant structure contributing to water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
While Cap Rock #4 may not have undergone recent evaluation, its presence as a vital water management infrastructure highlights the importance of monitoring and maintaining dams to safeguard water resources and mitigate climate-related risks. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, staying informed about the condition and management of dams like Cap Rock #4 is crucial for ensuring the resilience of water systems and ecosystems in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
175 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
HARRIS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
125 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
17 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Yellowstone River At Miles City Mt
|
8100cfs |
Tongue River At Miles City Mt
|
263cfs |
Powder River Near Locate Mt
|
231cfs |
Pumpkin Creek Near Miles City Mt
|
0cfs |
Redwater River At Circle Mt
|
1cfs |
Yellowstone River At Forsyth Mt
|
5430cfs |
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.
Cap Rock #4