Hines #1 is a privately owned earth dam located in Fallon, Montana, along the TR-Cherry Creek river or stream.
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Completed in 1950, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management. With a height of 20 feet and a storage capacity of 51 acre-feet, Hines #1 has a low hazard potential and is currently in a not rated condition assessment.
Managed by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Hines #1 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state agency. Despite not having a designated spillway type or width, the dam has a maximum storage capacity of 51 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 26 acre-feet. The dam's location in a congressional district represented by Greg Gianforte (R) adds to its significance in the region.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Hines #1 an interesting structure to study, given its historical completion date, multiple purposes, and state-regulated oversight. With its location along the TR-Cherry Creek and its role in fire protection and stock management, the dam provides valuable insights into water management practices in rural Montana.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
210 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CHERRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
51 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
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SILVERTIP RESERVOIR
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REUKAUF RESERVOIR
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TERRY SCENIC VIEW AREA
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Powder River Depot FAS
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HOMESTEAD RESERVOIR
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Kempton RV Campground
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