Deer Creek
Key Takeaway
Deer Creek is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 82.7% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 183 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00459 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
D. LEWIS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Deer Creek?
Deer Creek is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Deer Creek?
Deer Creek is owned by D. LEWIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deer Creek built?
Deer Creek was completed in 1936, making it 90 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Deer Creek?
Deer Creek serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Deer Creek?
Deer Creek has a dam height of 30 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.