Towe Farms Inc #3 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Paine L Pawlowski #3
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Towe Farms INC #3 is a privately owned earth dam located in McCone, Montana, along the North Fork McGuire Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1945, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, livestock watering, and small fish pond management. With a height of 15 feet and a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet, this low-hazard structure is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC).
Despite being in operation for nearly 80 years, Towe Farms INC #3 has not been rated for its condition and lacks recent inspection data. Nevertheless, its low hazard potential suggests that it poses minimal risk to downstream communities in the event of a failure. The dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and flood inundation maps remain unknown, indicating a potential need for updated preparedness measures to ensure the safety and security of the surrounding area.
As a key component of the local water resource infrastructure, Towe Farms INC #3 plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural activities and fire suppression efforts in the region. Moving forward, it will be important for the owners and regulatory agencies to prioritize regular inspections, maintenance, and emergency planning to ensure the continued safe operation of this essential dam.
Year Completed |
1945 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
NORTH FORK MCGUIRE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Nelson Creek Near Van Norman Mt
|
33cfs |
Redwater River At Circle Mt
|
4cfs |
Milk River At Nashua Mt
|
233cfs |
Missouri River Near Wolf Point Mt
|
5020cfs |
Poplar River Near Poplar Mt
|
28cfs |
Milk River At Tampico Mt
|
123cfs |
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.
Towe Farms Inc #3