Froze-To-Death #4 Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 8, 2025
Froze-To-Death #4 is a privately owned earth dam located in Treasure County, Montana, designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1954.
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Summary
The dam serves multiple purposes, including fire protection, stock watering, and creating a small fish pond. With a height of 18 feet and a storage capacity of 530 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, the condition of Froze-To-Death #4 has not been officially rated. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 75 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 1000 cubic feet per second. Situated on the TR-WEST FR FROZE-TO-DEATH CR river system, the dam plays a vital role in regulating water flow and providing essential services to the surrounding community.
With its location in a remote area near Sanders, Montana, Froze-To-Death #4 stands as a testament to the importance of responsible water resource management and infrastructure development. As enthusiasts for water resources and climate continue to monitor and assess the condition of dams like Froze-To-Death #4, they play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and sustainability of these vital structures for future generations.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
150 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WEST FR FROZE-TO-DEATH CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Drainage Area |
12.03 |
Nid Storage |
530 |
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.
Froze-To-Death #4