Haughian #12 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hunter Creek Haughian #10
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Haughian #12 is a private irrigation dam located in Custer County, Montana, along Hunter Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1970, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 186 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 95 acre-feet. The dam spans 300 feet in length and serves the primary purpose of irrigation, providing water resources for agricultural activities in the region.
Managed by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Haughian #12 has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. While there are no associated structures or inspection frequency data available, the dam is state-regulated and subject to permitting, inspection, and enforcement by state authorities. With its location in a rural area near the city of Terry, Haughian #12 plays a critical role in supporting local water resource management and agricultural sustainability in the region.
Despite its low hazard potential and regulatory oversight, Haughian #12 does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, nor has it undergone recent condition assessments or risk assessments. As a key component of the irrigation infrastructure in Custer County, it is important for stakeholders to ensure that the dam is regularly monitored and maintained to prevent any potential risks to public safety and water resource management. Further efforts may be needed to enhance the safety and resilience of this vital water resource infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions and evolving regulatory requirements.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
HUNTER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
186 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
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