Mcferran #2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mcferran #3 Mcferran #1
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Mcferran #2, located in Big Horn, Montana, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1928 for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 17 feet with a length of 425 feet, providing a storage capacity of 178 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Telegraph Creek, the dam is regulated by the Montana DNRC and falls under state jurisdiction for permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment that is not yet rated, Mcferran #2 serves as a vital water resource in the region. The dam plays a crucial role in maintaining water levels for fire protection and livestock use while also supporting small fish populations. Despite its age, the dam continues to fulfill its purpose effectively while being subject to regular state oversight and regulatory measures to ensure its safety and functionality for the community.
As climate change continues to impact water resources, the preservation and maintenance of structures like Mcferran #2 become increasingly crucial. With proper management and monitoring, this earth dam will remain a valuable asset for water storage and fire protection in the Big Horn region, highlighting the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience in sustaining vital infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1928 |
Dam Length |
425 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TELEGRAPH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
178 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
17 |
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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.
Mcferran #2