Saucer #6 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Saucer #5 Shumaker #1
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Saucer #6 is a privately owned earth dam located in Fallon, Montana, along TR-Little Whitney Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1944 for purposes including fire protection, stock, and a small fish pond, the dam stands at 18 feet high with a length of 250 feet. It has a storage capacity of 73 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 35 acre-feet. This structure is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) and is considered to have a low hazard potential.
Despite its age, Saucer #6 has not been rated for its condition and lacks recent inspection records. There is no emergency action plan in place, and the risk assessment and management measures are also undocumented. The dam does not fall under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, further emphasizing the need for improved oversight and maintenance of this critical water resource infrastructure. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate should monitor the developments surrounding Saucer #6 to ensure its continued safety and functionality for the community and ecosystem it serves.
Year Completed |
1944 |
Dam Length |
250 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE WHITNEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
73 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
18 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Saucer #6