Whatshisname is a privately owned irrigation dam located in Nashua, Montana along TR-DOGIE CREEK.
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Built in 1909, this earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet and has a storage capacity of 178 acre-feet. The dam serves the primary purpose of irrigation, providing water for agricultural activities in the area.
Managed by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Whatshisname is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state to ensure its safe operation. With a low hazard potential and a "Not Rated" condition assessment, the dam is considered to be in good standing. Despite lacking certain assessment data and emergency preparedness measures, the structure continues to provide vital water resources to the surrounding community.
Although Whatshisname is not under the jurisdiction of the US Army Corps of Engineers, it plays a critical role in water management within Congressional District 00, Montana. With its historical significance and ongoing functionality, this irrigation dam stands as a testament to the importance of water resource infrastructure in sustaining agricultural practices in the region.
Year Completed |
1909 |
Dam Length |
1050 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DOGIE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
178 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
16 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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West End - Lake Fort Peck
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Duck Creek - Lake Fort Peck
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Floodplain- Lake Fort Peck
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Downstream - Fort Peck Lake
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