Cherry #1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Jarden Reservoir Get Down
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Cherry #1 is a privately owned earth dam located in Garfield County, Montana, near the city of Jordan.
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Summary
Built in 1958, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond creation. With a height of 20 feet and a storage capacity of 87 acre-feet, Cherry #1 is designed to provide low hazard potential while ensuring the safety and sustainability of the surrounding area.
Managed by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Cherry #1 is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement to maintain its structural integrity and operational efficiency. The dam is situated along TR-Cherry Creek and is supervised under the jurisdiction of the Omaha District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. With a primary purpose of protecting against fires and providing water for livestock, Cherry #1 plays a crucial role in the local ecosystem and water resource management.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate Cherry #1 for its contribution to sustainable water use in a semi-arid region like Montana. The dam's location, design, and operational features demonstrate a commitment to balancing human needs with environmental stewardship. As part of the larger network of dams and reservoirs in the area, Cherry #1 highlights the importance of responsible water management in the face of changing climate patterns and increasing water demand.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CHERRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
87 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Cherry #1