Montgomery Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Montgomery Pond Dam, located in Montague, Texas, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS in 1977.


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Summary

This earth dam, standing at a height of 29 feet, serves a primary purpose of "Other" and has a storage capacity of 25 acre-feet. The dam, situated on TR-RUSH CREEK, plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area.

While the dam has not been rated for its condition, it is deemed to have a high risk potential (2) and lacks a spillway. Despite being privately owned, the dam is subject to state permitting and inspection, ensuring its compliance with safety regulations. With its strategic location within the Tulsa District and close to Mac Thornberry's congressional district, Montgomery Pond Dam stands as a significant landmark in the local water infrastructure.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the unique design and functionality of Montgomery Pond Dam, which contributes to flood control and water storage in the region. Its presence highlights the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams to ensure their safety and effectiveness in managing water resources and mitigating risks associated with potential hazards.

Year Completed

1977

Dam Length

262

Dam Height

29

River Or Stream

TR-RUSH CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

29

Nid Storage

25

Structural Height

29

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

29
       
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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. 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

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, 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.