F Downs #1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: K L Clark #1 Lakeside
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
F Downs #1 is a private water resource located in Yellowstone, Montana, specifically in the city of Billings.
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Summary
The dam, completed in 1950, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and as a small fish pond. With a dam height of 12 feet and a storage capacity of 62 acre-feet, this structure plays a crucial role in water management in the area. The dam is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) and is inspected, permitted, and enforced by the state regulatory agency.
Situated on TR-Canyon Creek, F Downs #1 has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. Despite its age, the dam continues to provide essential services for the local community. The structure has a history of successful operation and meets state guidelines for emergency action plans. The risk management measures for F Downs #1 are currently not specified, but the dam is well-maintained and poses no immediate threat to public safety. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, F Downs #1 serves as an example of effective water management and infrastructure maintenance in the state of Montana.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
100 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CANYON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
62 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
F Downs #1