Eggebrecht Dam dam
Eggebrecht Dam
Eggebrecht Dam, located in Dixon, Montana, was completed in 1977 and serves as a vital irrigation resource in the area. This private-owned Earth dam stands at a height of 35 feet and has a capacity of 50 acre-feet. Situated offstream, the dam is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation, ensuring its proper inspection, permitting, and enforcement to maintain its functionality.
With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated", Eggebrecht Dam plays a crucial role in water management and agricultural activities in Lake County, Montana. The dam contributes to the sustainable use of water resources for irrigation purposes, showcasing the importance of such infrastructure in mitigating the impacts of climate change on water availability. As a key structure in the region, the dam symbolizes the intersection between water resource management and climate resilience efforts.
Aligned with its primary purpose of irrigation, Eggebrecht Dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between private entities, state regulators, and local communities in safeguarding water resources for current and future generations. As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to advocate for sustainable practices, Eggebrecht Dam exemplifies the significance of investing in infrastructure that supports both agricultural needs and environmental stewardship in the face of a changing climate.
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 Eggebrecht Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mill Cr Ab Bassoo Cr Nr Niarada Mt | 2 cfs | → |
| Flathead River Near Polson Mt | 24,500 cfs | → |
| Flathead River At Perma Mt | 25,100 cfs | → |
| Clark Fork Near Plains Mt | 37,900 cfs | → |
| South Crow Creek Near Ronan Mt | 9 cfs | → |
| Thompson River Near Thompson Falls Mt | 562 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Eggebrecht Dam.
Campgrounds
- Big Arm State Park
- Lake Mary Ronan State Park
- Big Hole Lookout
- Finley Point State Park
- Cascade Campground
- Cascade Trailhead
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Cuttoff, Sec. 9, T18n, R27w To Sec. 34, T19n, R25w
- Vermilion River
- Slowery, Sec. 15, T17n, R27w To Sec. 31, T18n. R28w
- Alberton Gorge (St. John To Forrest Grove)
- Willow Creek, Sec. 32, T24n, R29w To Noxon Reservoir, Sec. 14, T24n, R31w
- Wrangle Creek Headwaters, Sec. 18, T15n, R18w To Mainstem, Sec. 21, T15n, R18w
Track Eggebrecht 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 Eggebrecht Dam
Where does the data for Eggebrecht 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 Eggebrecht Dam.