Matador Ranch #8 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Matador Ranch #6 Matador Ranch #4
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Matador Ranch #8 is a privately owned earth dam located in Malta, Montana, on TR-Beaver Creek.
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Summary
Constructed in 1968 by USDA NRCS, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management. With a dam height of 25 feet and a length of 300 feet, Matador Ranch #8 has a storage capacity of 175 acre-feet and can discharge up to 500 cubic feet per second. The dam is regulated and inspected by the Montana Department of Natural Resources Conservation (DNRC), ensuring its compliance with state regulations.
Despite its low hazard potential, Matador Ranch #8's condition assessment is currently not rated, and its emergency action plan (EAP) status is unknown. The dam's location in Phillips County, Montana, under the jurisdiction of DNRC, highlights the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to prevent any potential risks. With a spillway width of 100 feet and a drainage area of 2.73 square miles, Matador Ranch #8 plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience in the region. As a key component of the local water infrastructure, this dam underscores the need for ongoing monitoring and mitigation efforts to ensure its continued safety and effectiveness in protecting the surrounding community and environment.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BEAVER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
2.73 |
Nid Storage |
175 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Matador Ranch #8