George Rath #3 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hammer #1 George Rath #2
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
George Rath #3 is a private dam located in Roundup, Montana, with a primary purpose of providing fire protection, stock, or serving as a small fish pond.
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Summary
Built in 1950, this earth dam stands at 12 feet in height and has a storage capacity of 116 acre-feet. Situated on TR-CURRENT CREEK, the dam serves the local community by safeguarding against potential hazards with a low hazard potential rating.
Owned privately, George Rath #3 is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, but it meets guidelines for emergency action plans. Its location in Golden Valley County, Montana, makes it a crucial asset for water resource management in the region, providing essential services for fire protection and livestock maintenance. As a significant structure in the area, George Rath #3 plays a vital role in maintaining water resources and climate sustainability in Roundup.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CURRENT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
116 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
George Rath #3