Constructed in 1964 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 22 feet and has a storage capacity of 75 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the DNRC and is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 25 feet, allowing for a maximum discharge of 150 cubic feet per second.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, Brown #4 is considered to have a moderate risk level according to a risk assessment rating of 3. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and no emergency action plan (EAP) has been prepared or updated. With its location along TR-BATTLE COULEE, this dam plays a crucial role in providing water resources for fire protection and livestock in the area. Enthusiasts interested in water resource management and climate resilience will find Brown #4 to be an intriguing structure with important implications for the local ecosystem and community.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BATTLE COULEE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
0.6 |
Nid Storage |
75 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
22 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Crooked Creek- Lake Fort Peck
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Alex Camp
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Devils Creek Campground
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Devils Creek- Lake Fort Peck
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Homestead - Robert Woods
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