Located in Dawson County, Montana, Arthur #1 is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1952 for fire protection, stock, or small fish pond purposes.
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With a height of 20 feet and a length of 125 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 59 acre-feet and a normal storage of 25 acre-feet. Situated on TR-GRIFFITH CREEK in the city of INTAKE, the dam is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) and has a low hazard potential.
Despite not being rated for its condition assessment, Arthur #1 is regularly inspected, permitted, and enforced by state authorities. The dam has not undergone any modifications in recent years and does not pose a significant risk to the surrounding area. With its primary purpose being fire protection, the dam serves as a crucial resource for water management in the region. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the infrastructure and operations of dams like Arthur #1 is essential for sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1952 |
Dam Length |
125 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-GRIFFITH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
59 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
Yellowstone River At Glendive Mt
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6000cfs |
Beaver Creek Nr Trotters
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0cfs |
Yellowstone River Near Sidney Mt
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6130cfs |
Little Missouri River At Medora
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64cfs |
Redwater River At Circle Mt
|
1cfs |
Deep Creek Nr Amidon
|
0cfs |
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Glendive Campground
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Pine-on-the-Rock Campground
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Makoshika State Park
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Jaycee West City Park
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Intake Dam FAS
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