Jennaway #1 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Jennaway #1 is a privately owned earth dam located in Musselshell, Montana, near the city of Melstone.
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Summary
Completed in 1960, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and creating a small fish pond. With a height of 16 feet and a length of 660 feet, Jennaway #1 has a storage capacity of 112 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 47 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR-Musselshell River within the jurisdiction of the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC).
Despite its low hazard potential, the overall condition of Jennaway #1 has not been officially rated. The dam has not been inspected recently, and there is no documented emergency action plan in place. While the dam's risk assessment and management measures are currently unknown, it is essential for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor the safety and maintenance of this structure to ensure the protection of surrounding communities and ecosystems. As a critical part of the local water infrastructure, Jennaway #1 plays a vital role in supporting various water-related activities in the region.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
660 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MUSSELSHELL RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
112 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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.
Jennaway #1