Pozega Lake 1 dam
Pozega Lake 1
Pozega Lake 1, located in Deer Lodge, Montana, is a privately owned earth dam built in 1958 for irrigation purposes. Managed by the USDA NRCS, this dam has a height of 21 feet and a storage capacity of 423 acre-feet. While its surface area and drainage area are not specified, the dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 400 cubic feet per second, with a low hazard potential.
With the primary purpose of irrigation, Pozega Lake 1 plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural activities in the region. Despite its low hazard potential, the condition assessment for this dam is listed as 'Not Available', highlighting the need for further evaluation and maintenance to ensure its long-term structural integrity. As a key water resource infrastructure, it is essential for stakeholders and regulators to prioritize the safety and maintenance of Pozega Lake 1 to continue benefiting from its irrigation capabilities.
As a part of the Natural Resources Conservation Service's portfolio, Pozega Lake 1 serves as a vital water management structure in Granite County, Montana. With its construction overseen by the USDA NRCS and regulatory oversight by the Forest Service, this dam represents a collaborative effort to enhance water resource management in the area. By focusing on regular inspections, risk assessments, and maintenance measures, stakeholders can ensure the sustainable operation of Pozega Lake 1 for the benefit of the local community and agricultural sector.
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 1 -- 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 | 89 cfs | → |
| Flint Creek At Maxville Mt | 47 cfs | → |
| Lost Creek Near Galen | 6 cfs | → |
| Boulder Creek At Maxville Mt | 95 cfs | → |
| Clark Fork Near Galen Mt | 129 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Pozega Lake 1.
Campgrounds
- Racetrack Cabin
- Lost Creek State Park
- Lst Creek Campground
- Racetrack Campground And Picnic Area
- Racetrack
- Warm Springs
Track Pozega Lake 1 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 1
Where does the data for Pozega Lake 1 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 1.