Cherry Creek #17 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Cherry Creek #15 Twin Dam #2
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Cherry Creek #17 is a privately owned earth dam located in Rosebud, Montana, along the Coyote Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1953, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and creating a small fish pond. With a height of 17 feet and a storage capacity of 74 acre-feet, Cherry Creek #17 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Despite its low hazard potential, Cherry Creek #17 is regulated and inspected by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, but it continues to serve its intended purposes effectively. As a part of the local water infrastructure, Cherry Creek #17 contributes to the overall water management efforts in the region and supports the surrounding communities in times of need.
Located in a picturesque setting near Rosebud, Montana, Cherry Creek #17 stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management in mitigating climate-related risks. With its historical significance and practical utility, this dam serves as a vital component in the local ecosystem, providing valuable water resources for firefighting, livestock, and recreational activities. As climate change continues to impact water availability, infrastructure like Cherry Creek #17 becomes increasingly crucial in ensuring sustainable water management practices for future generations.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Length |
250 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
COYOTE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
74 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
17 |
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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 Creek #17