Summary
This private earth dam, completed in 1937, stands at a height of 15 feet and stretches 400 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. Situated on TR-Box Elder Creek in Roosevelt County, Montana, this structure is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation, ensuring it meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement standards.
Despite its low hazard potential, Structure No 149 has not been rated for its condition assessment. However, with a maximum discharge capacity of 23,036 cubic feet per second, it is essential to monitor and maintain this dam to prevent any potential risks. Although it is not under the purview of the US Army Corps of Engineers, the structure's significance in providing water resources for fire protection and livestock makes it a vital component in the local ecosystem. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find this structure a fascinating example of how private dams contribute to environmental sustainability in rural areas.
Year Completed |
1937 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BOX ELDER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
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.
Structure No 149