Two Dollar Bill Reservoir Report
Nearby: Shendell #2 Doig Brothers
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Two Dollar Bill is a privately owned dam located in Meagher County, Montana, along Sixteenmile Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1940, this earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a storage capacity of 77 acre-feet, primarily used for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes. Despite being regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation, the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment.
Situated in a picturesque rural setting, Two Dollar Bill serves as a vital resource for the local community, providing essential water storage for various purposes. While the dam has not been recently inspected or assessed, its historical significance and functional role in the area make it an interesting subject for water resource and climate enthusiasts. With its tranquil surroundings and unique purpose, this dam offers a glimpse into the intersection of human activity and nature in Montana's landscape.
As an earth dam with a relatively low hazard potential, Two Dollar Bill may not be as high-profile as other structures, but its contribution to fire protection, livestock management, and recreational fishing highlights the diverse roles that dams play in sustaining local ecosystems and communities. With its historical construction and ongoing regulatory oversight, this dam serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible dam management and the need to balance human needs with environmental considerations in water resource management.
Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
SIXTEENMILE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
77 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Two Dollar Bill