The Orcutt Ranch Company is a privately owned water resource infrastructure located in Pondera County, Montana.
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The dam was completed in 1948 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond creation. Situated on TR-Fowler Coulee, the dam is regulated and permitted by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) and is inspected and enforced by state authorities.
With a dam height of 20 feet and a storage capacity of 62 acre-feet, Orcutt Ranch Company's dam has a low hazard potential and is not currently rated for its condition. The structure is designed as an earth dam and spans a length of 1320 feet. The location, in S4 28N 1E, is monitored for any potential risks, although no emergency action plan (EAP) has been prepared as of yet. The dam's primary purpose of fire protection and stock watering highlights its importance for sustaining local agriculture and protecting against wildfires in the region.
Overall, Orcutt Ranch Company plays a vital role in maintaining water resources for agricultural and fire protection purposes in the Loma area. With its state-regulated status and low hazard potential, the dam provides essential services while also being subject to regular inspections and oversight to ensure its safe operation for the community.
Year Completed |
1948 |
Dam Length |
1320 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-FOWLER COULEE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
62 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
Marias River Near Shelby Mt
|
305cfs |
Teton River Near Dutton Mt
|
83cfs |
Marias River Near Chester Mt
|
249cfs |
Lake Creek Near Power Mt
|
30cfs |
Cut Bank Creek At Cut Bank Mt
|
138cfs |
Muddy Creek At Vaughn Mt
|
86cfs |