Berrys Land #3 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Berrys Land Smile #1
Last Updated: December 9, 2025
Berrys Land #3 is a privately owned dam located in McCone County, Montana, specifically in the city of Poplar.
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Summary
Built in 1961, this earth dam stands at a height of 35 feet and spans 405 feet in length. It serves multiple purposes, including providing fire protection, creating a small fish pond, and supporting livestock.
Managed by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Berrys Land #3 is classified as a low-hazard structure with a normal storage capacity of 107 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 233 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-Hay Creek and is regulated and inspected by the state, ensuring its safety and compliance with regulations. Although the condition assessment is currently marked as "Not Rated," the dam remains an important resource for water management in the area.
With a primary purpose of supporting fire protection and agricultural activities, Berrys Land #3 plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. While specific details about the dam's maintenance and emergency preparedness are not provided in the data, its presence contributes to the overall ecosystem health and water availability for the surrounding community. As a key component of the local water infrastructure, this dam underscores the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
405 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
TR-HAY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Nid Storage |
233 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
35 |
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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 #3