Ghost #3 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hovland Miner Farms #1
Last Updated: April 1, 2026
Ghost #3 is a privately owned earth dam located in Frazer, Montana, on the TR-W Fork Little Porcupine Creek.
Summary
Built in 1930 for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes, this dam stands at a height of 15 feet with a length of 200 feet, providing a storage capacity of 69 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment.
Managed by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Ghost #3 undergoes state regulation, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam is situated in Valley County and falls under the jurisdiction of Congressional District 00 in Montana, represented by Greg Gianforte. With its location at S26 32N 43E and a distance of 50 miles from Frazer, Ghost #3 serves as a vital asset for the local community in providing essential water resources and protection against potential wildfires.
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Year Completed |
1930 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-W FORK LITTLE PORCUPINE CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
69 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Milk River At Nashua Mt
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188cfs |
Milk River At Tampico Mt
|
140cfs |
Poplar River At International Boundary
|
12cfs |
Missouri River Near Wolf Point Mt
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5240cfs |
Rock Cr Bl Horse Cr Nr Int Bndry
|
9cfs |
Poplar River Near Poplar Mt
|
108cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Ghost #3