Towe Farms Inc #1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Towe Farms Inc #2 Lyle Nelson #6
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Towe Farms INC #1 is a privately owned dam located in McCone County, Montana, along the TR-SOUTH FORK ROCK CREEK.
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Summary
Built in 1969 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet and has a storage capacity of 56 acre-feet, primarily serving the purposes of fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management. With a low hazard potential, the dam is regulated and inspected by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation, ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Despite its age, Towe Farms INC #1 has not been rated for its condition assessment, with limited information available on its emergency action plan and risk management measures. The dam features a spillway width of 40 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 400 cubic feet per second, designed to manage the flow of water and prevent potential flooding downstream. Located within the Omaha District of the US Army Corps of Engineers jurisdiction, the dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and agricultural activities in the region.
With its strategic location and importance for local water supply and agriculture, Towe Farms INC #1 serves as a notable landmark in the area, contributing to the sustainable use of water resources and climate resilience. As water enthusiasts and climate advocates continue to monitor and evaluate the dam’s safety and performance, it remains a key asset for the community, highlighting the intersection of human activity and environmental stewardship in managing water resources effectively.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SOUTH FORK ROCK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Drainage Area |
1.56 |
Nid Storage |
56 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Nelson Creek Near Van Norman Mt
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33cfs |
Milk River At Nashua Mt
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233cfs |
Redwater River At Circle Mt
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4cfs |
Missouri River Near Wolf Point Mt
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5020cfs |
Milk River At Tampico Mt
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123cfs |
Poplar River Near Poplar Mt
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28cfs |
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.
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Rock Creek FAS
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McGuire Creek - Lake Fort Peck
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Nelson Creek - Fort Peck Lake
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Towe Farms Inc #1