Young Clemons Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Young Clemons is a private earth dam located in Fairfield, Montana, designed for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.


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Summary

Completed in 1950, the dam has a height of 18 feet and a length of 380 feet, with a storage capacity of 86 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Clemons Coulee, the dam is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), ensuring state permitting, inspection, and enforcement standards are met.

Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Young Clemons has not been rated for condition assessment. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 2 feet, serving as a vital water resource for the surrounding area. With its historical significance and contribution to water conservation efforts, Young Clemons stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate patterns and increasing water demands.

As climate enthusiasts and water resource advocates, it is crucial to recognize the value of structures like Young Clemons in maintaining water security and mitigating the impacts of climate change. By promoting responsible dam maintenance and monitoring, we can ensure the continued availability of water resources for future generations while safeguarding against potential risks and emergencies. Young Clemons serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness between water management, climate resilience, and environmental stewardship in a rapidly evolving world.

Year Completed

1950

Dam Length

380

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

TR-CLEMONS COULEE

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12

Hydraulic Height

18

Nid Storage

86

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

18
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.