Night Fever School Reservoir Report
Nearby: Penzer Dam Romain
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Night Fever School, located in LONA, Montana, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1960 for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 15 feet with a length of 325 feet, providing a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-DEAD INDIN COULEE river or stream, the dam is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) and has a low hazard potential.
Despite not being rated for its condition, Night Fever School is subject to state inspection, permitting, and enforcement, ensuring its continued functionality and safety. The dam, with a normal storage capacity of 24 acre-feet, serves as a vital resource for water management in the Liberty County region. Its strategic location and purpose make it a valuable asset for fire protection and livestock watering, contributing to the sustainability of the local ecosystem.
With a primary purpose of safeguarding against fire and providing water for livestock, Night Fever School represents a crucial component of water resource management in Montana. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, structures like this earth dam play a significant role in ensuring the resilience of local communities and ecosystems. The collaborative efforts between private owners, state agencies, and regulatory bodies underscore the importance of proactive measures in adapting to evolving climate and water resource challenges.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
325 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DEAD INDIN COULEE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Marias River Near Chester Mt
|
249cfs |
Marias River Near Loma Mt
|
335cfs |
Teton River At Loma Mt
|
30cfs |
Missouri River At Fort Benton Mt
|
4720cfs |
Missouri River At Virgelle Mt
|
4290cfs |
Teton River Near Dutton Mt
|
83cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Night Fever School