Gussie #3 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Gussie #2 Earl Krietel #3
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Gussie #3 is a privately owned earth dam located in Carter, Montana, along the TR-Box Elder Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1975, it serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and a small fish pond. With a height of 22 feet and a storage capacity of 65 acre-feet, Gussie #3 is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
Despite being classified as a low hazard potential structure with a condition assessment of 'Not Rated', Gussie #3 plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 36 acre-feet and covers a drainage area of unknown size. While details about the spillway type, width, and other structural features are not provided, Gussie #3 stands as an important infrastructure for maintaining water availability for firefighting, livestock, and recreational fishing.
Located in a remote area and situated 42 miles away from CAMP CROOK S DAK, Gussie #3 is an essential piece of water resource infrastructure in Montana. Managed by private owners, the dam represents a key component in the local ecosystem, providing essential water resources for various purposes while being regulated and maintained by state agencies to ensure its safety and functionality for the community.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BOX ELDER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Nid Storage |
65 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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.
Gussie #3