Tom #2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Big Railroad Reservoir School #2
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Tom #2 is a privately owned earth dam located in Garfield, Montana, along the TR-SAND CREEK.
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Summary
Completed in 1962, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, livestock, and a small fish pond. With a height of 20 feet and a length of 120 feet, Tom #2 has a storage capacity of 94 acre-feet, making it a crucial water resource in the area.
Managed by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Tom #2 is classified as a low hazard potential structure with a condition assessment of "Not Rated." Despite its age, the dam remains in operation and meets state regulatory standards for inspection and enforcement. The surrounding community benefits from the water stored in Tom #2 for various uses, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring this essential infrastructure in the face of changing climate patterns.
As climate change continues to impact water resources across the globe, structures like Tom #2 play a vital role in ensuring water availability for both human and environmental needs. By understanding the design, function, and regulatory oversight of dams like Tom #2, water resource and climate enthusiasts can better appreciate the interconnected nature of water management and climate resilience in the face of a changing world.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
120 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SAND CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
94 |
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.
Tom #2