Emma #1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Severson #4 Drew #1
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Emma #1 is a privately owned earth dam located in Garfield, Montana, along the TR-SAND CREEK.
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Summary
Built in 1962, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and a small fish pond, with a storage capacity of 73 acre-feet. With a height of 14 feet and a length of 600 feet, Emma #1 is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Emma #1 has not received a formal condition assessment and is currently rated as "Not Rated". The dam has not been inspected in recent years, and there is no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place. It is crucial for water resource and climate enthusiasts to advocate for regular inspections, maintenance, and the development of an EAP to ensure the safety and integrity of Emma #1 and its surrounding community. With its historical significance and important role in local water management, Emma #1 deserves attention and proactive measures to mitigate any potential risks.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SAND CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
73 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
14 |
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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.
Emma #1