Albro dam
Albro
Albro, a private irrigation dam located in Harrison, Montana, was designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1967. This Earth dam stands at a height of 11 feet and has a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet. The primary purpose of Albro is to support irrigation in the area, with a low hazard potential and no available condition assessment. Situated on the Tr- Willow Creek S river or stream, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Albro serves as a vital infrastructure for water conservation and agricultural activities in Madison County. With a maximum discharge capacity of 97 cubic feet per second, this dam ensures a reliable water supply for the surrounding area. Despite its low hazard potential, the condition assessment for Albro is currently not available, highlighting the need for regular monitoring and maintenance to uphold its functionality.
As a key component of the water management system in the region, Albro plays a significant role in ensuring water security for agricultural purposes. With its strategic location and design, this Earth dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management in Montana. The collaboration between federal agencies and private owners underscores the shared commitment to preserving and utilizing water resources effectively in the face of changing climate conditions.
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 Albro -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Willow Creek Near Harrison Mt | 6 cfs | → |
| Jefferson River Near Twin Bridges Mt | 1,770 cfs | → |
| Madison River Bl Ennis Lake Nr Mcallister Mt | 1,140 cfs | → |
| Madison River Ab Powerplant Nr Mcallister Mt | 230 cfs | → |
| Ruby River Near Twin Bridges Mt | 31 cfs | → |
| Ruby River Bl Reservoir Nr Alder Mt | 345 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Albro.
Boat launches
- Us 287 Gallatin County
- Power House Boat Launch
- Mt 359 Jefferson County
- Montana Highway 84 Madison County
- Warm Springs Day Use
- Trail Creek Day Use
Campgrounds
- Potosi Campground
- Potosi
- Potosi Campground And Picnic Area
- Branham Lakes Campground And Picnic Area
- Branham Lakes
- Balanced Rock
Fishing spots
- Cataract Lake
- Branham Lakes
- Brannan Lakes
- Hot Springs Creek
- Hells Canyon Creek
- Cardwell Bridge Fishing Access Site
Paddle runs
Track Albro 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 Albro
Where does the data for Albro 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 Albro.