Located in Chouteau, Montana, the Dyan dam is a state-regulated structure with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.
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Built in 1948, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 93 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR-SPRING COULEE river or stream, approximately 7 miles from the city of VIRGELLE.
Operated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Dyan has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. The dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk assessment details are currently not available, indicating a need for further information on the structure's safety and management measures. With its strategic location and key role in water resource management, Dyan serves as a vital asset for fire protection and livestock farming in the region.
Despite its age, Dyan continues to play a crucial role in water resource management in Montana, under the oversight of state regulators and inspection agencies. As an essential component of the local infrastructure, the dam's condition and safety standards are paramount to ensuring the protection of surrounding communities and ecosystems. With ongoing monitoring and potential risk assessment improvements, Dyan stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1948 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SPRING COULEE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
93 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
Missouri River At Virgelle Mt
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4290cfs |
Teton River At Loma Mt
|
30cfs |
Marias River Near Loma Mt
|
335cfs |
Missouri River At Fort Benton Mt
|
4720cfs |
Marias River Near Chester Mt
|
249cfs |
Big Sandy Creek Near Havre Mt
|
6cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Coal Banks Landing
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LITTLE SANDY COULEE REC SITE
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BLACK BLUFF RAPIDS
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LONE TREE COULEE
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