Cockran Grazing #2 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Cockran Grazing #2 is a privately owned irrigation dam located in Carter, Montana along the Middle Fork Willow Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1960 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth-type dam stands at 20 feet high and spans a length of 5,280 feet, providing a storage capacity of 67 acre-feet. The dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation, ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations.
With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated", Cockran Grazing #2 plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural activities in the area. Its primary purpose is irrigation, serving as a vital water resource for the surrounding farmlands. The dam's proximity to Alboin and its connection to the Omaha District underscore its importance in water management and climate resilience efforts in the region. As a key infrastructure for water storage and distribution, Cockran Grazing #2 exemplifies the collaborative efforts between private owners and state agencies in ensuring sustainable water use and environmental stewardship.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
5280 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
MIDDLE FORK WILLOW CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
10.94 |
Nid Storage |
67 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Cockran Grazing #2