R Downs #5 Reservoir Report
Nearby: R Downs #6 R Downs #4
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
R Downs #5 is a privately owned irrigation dam located in the TR-PERITSA CREEK in Big Horn, Montana.
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Summary
Built in 1950, this earth dam stands at a height of 13 feet and has a storage capacity of 58 acre-feet. Despite its age, the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment.
Managed by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), R Downs #5 is under state jurisdiction with permitting, inspection, and enforcement regularly carried out. The dam serves the primary purpose of irrigation and is crucial for water resource management in the area. With its modest size and low risk classification, R Downs #5 plays a significant role in supporting agricultural activities in the region.
Although lacking detailed information on emergency preparedness and risk management measures, R Downs #5 remains a vital structure for water control and distribution in the HARDIN area. Its presence ensures the availability of water for irrigation purposes, contributing to the sustainability of agriculture in this part of Montana. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, monitoring the condition and functionality of dams like R Downs #5 is essential for maintaining a reliable water supply in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
75 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PERITSA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Nid Storage |
58 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
13 |
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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.
R Downs #5