Berrys Land Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 9, 2025
Berrys Land, located in McCone, Montana, is a privately owned Earth dam built in 1952 for purposes such as fire protection, livestock, and small fish pond.
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Summary
The dam has a height of 24 feet and a length of 540 feet, providing a storage capacity of 713 acre-feet. Situated along the TR-COW CREEK river, the dam is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) and is inspected regularly to ensure its safety and functionality.
Despite its low hazard potential and current "Not Rated" condition assessment, Berrys Land serves as a vital resource for water management in the region. The dam's primary purpose of fire protection highlights its importance in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential wildfires. Additionally, its storage capacity plays a crucial role in supporting livestock and maintaining biodiversity in the ecosystem through the provision of a small fish pond.
As climate change continues to impact water resources, the maintenance and proper management of dams like Berrys Land become increasingly essential. With its strategic location and multiple purposes, this Earth dam serves as a valuable asset in the sustainable utilization of water for various needs, emphasizing the importance of proactive monitoring and regulation to ensure its long-term effectiveness in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1952 |
Dam Length |
540 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-COW CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Nid Storage |
713 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
24 |
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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.
Berrys Land