Meyer's Dam dam
Meyer's Dam
Meyer's Dam, located in West Valley, Montana, is a privately owned structure designed for water supply purposes. Built in 1902, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a length of 270 feet, providing a storage capacity of 26 acre-feet. Situated on Warm Springs Creek in Deer Lodge County, this dam is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) and is subject to state jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
Despite its age, Meyer's Dam has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, and its risk assessment and management measures are currently unspecified. With no associated structures and a lack of recent inspection data, the condition and safety of Meyer's Dam remain unknown. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may be interested in further monitoring and assessment of this historic structure to ensure its continued functionality and safety for the surrounding community.
Overall, Meyer's Dam serves as a vital component of the local water supply infrastructure in Montana, highlighting the importance of responsible ownership and regulatory oversight to ensure the safety and reliability of such essential structures. As the dam continues to age, proper monitoring, maintenance, and potential updates may be necessary to mitigate any risks and maintain its functionality for the future. Additionally, the lack of recent data and assessments underscores the need for ongoing attention and investment in the management of water resources and infrastructure in the region.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Meyer's Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Warm Springs Creek Near Anaconda Mt | 93 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek At Opportunity | 7 cfs | → |
| Willow Creek At Opportunity | 9 cfs | → |
| Silver Bow Creek At Opportunity Mt | 50 cfs | → |
| Warm Springs Creek At Warm Springs Mt | 74 cfs | → |
| Silver Bow Creek At Warm Springs Mt | 50 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Meyer's Dam.
Boat launches
- East Bank Boat Ramp
- Dickie Bridge Boat Ramp
- Sawlog Creek
- Jerry Creek Bridge Boat Ramp
- Divide Bridge Boat Ramp
Campgrounds
- Lst Creek Campground
- Lost Creek State Park
- Spring Hill
- Spring Hill Campground
- Warm Springs
- Racetrack Cabin
Track Meyer's Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Meyer's Dam
Where does the data for Meyer's Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Meyer's Dam.