Pozega Lake 3 dam
Pozega Lake 3
Pozega Lake 3 is a private irrigation reservoir located in Deer Lodge, Montana, with a primary purpose of supporting agricultural water needs. Constructed in 1958 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 9 feet in height and spans 400 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 132 acre-feet, the reservoir serves as a reliable water source for the surrounding area, drawing from Tr-Racetrack Creek.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Pozega Lake 3 has a low hazard potential and is currently in a condition assessment status of "Not Available." The reservoir plays a vital role in supporting local agriculture by providing water for irrigation purposes. Despite its modest size, the reservoir's strategic location and efficient design make it a valuable resource for water conservation and management in the region.
Surrounded by the scenic landscape of Granite County, Montana, Pozega Lake 3 serves as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate patterns. As water enthusiasts and climate advocates continue to prioritize the preservation of natural water sources, reservoirs like Pozega Lake 3 play an essential role in ensuring the resilience and sustainability of agricultural practices 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 Pozega Lake 3 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Flint Creek Near Southern Cross Mt | 31 cfs | → |
| Warm Springs Creek Near Anaconda Mt | 88 cfs | → |
| Flint Creek At Maxville Mt | 54 cfs | → |
| Boulder Creek At Maxville Mt | 103 cfs | → |
| Lost Creek Near Galen | 6 cfs | → |
| Clark Fork Near Galen Mt | 132 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Pozega Lake 3.
Campgrounds
- Racetrack Cabin
- Lost Creek State Park
- Lst Creek Campground
- Racetrack Campground And Picnic Area
- Racetrack
- Warm Springs
Track Pozega Lake 3 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 Pozega Lake 3
Where does the data for Pozega Lake 3 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 Pozega Lake 3.