Ed Styer #4 dam
Ed Styer #4
Located in Fergus County, Montana, Ed Styer #4 is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1949 for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes. The dam stands at a height of 20 feet and spans a length of 450 feet, with a storage capacity of 51 acre-feet. Situated on TR-ANTELOPE CREEK, this low-hazard structure is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
Despite its age, Ed Styer #4 has not been rated for its condition assessment, and its emergency action plan (EAP) status remains unknown. The dam's risk assessment, inundation maps, and risk management measures are also undetermined. With a low hazard potential, the structure serves as a vital resource for fire protection and water storage in the region. As an integral part of the local water infrastructure, Ed Styer #4 plays a crucial role in managing water resources and supporting climate resilience in the area.
As climate change continues to impact water resources, the maintenance and monitoring of dams like Ed Styer #4 are essential for ensuring their safety and functionality. With its state-regulated status and compliance with inspection and enforcement requirements, this earth dam serves as a key component of the water management system in Fergus County. By staying vigilant and proactive in its upkeep, Ed Styer #4 stands ready to support the community's water needs and contribute to sustainable resource management practices 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 Ed Styer #4 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri River Near Landusky Mt | 7,240 cfs | → |
| Musselshell River At Mosby Mt | 80 cfs | → |
| Flatwillow Creek Near Mosby Mt | 18 cfs | → |
| Judith River Nr Mouth | 416 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Ed Styer #4.
Boat launches
- James Kipp Recreation Area
- James Kipp Boat Ramp
- Hideaway Recreation Area
- Homestead - Gus Nelson
- Woodhawk (Middle)
- Woodhawk (Lower)
Campgrounds
- Homestead - Edwin Wartzenluft
- James Kipp Recreation Area
- James Kipp Recreation Area - Umrbnm
- James Kipp
- Homestead - Robert Woods
- Alex Camp
Fishing spots
- Jakes Reservoir
- Upper Carters Pond
- Lower Hansen Reservoir
- Mccartney Creek
- Als Coulee Reservoir
- Warm Spring Creek
More reservoirs
Track Ed Styer #4 in the Snoflo app
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About Ed Styer #4
Where does the data for Ed Styer #4 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 Ed Styer #4.