Durfee Creek Dam

TR-DURFEE CREEK· Fergus, Montana· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Durfee Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in Montana. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 82.7% in MT)
Dam Length1,055 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage173 acre-ft
Normal Storage121 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Modified2012
NID IDMT03980

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DNRC

Ownership

WILKS RANCH MONTANA LTD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Durfee Creek Dam?

Durfee Creek Dam 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 Durfee Creek Dam?

Durfee Creek Dam is owned by WILKS RANCH MONTANA LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Durfee Creek Dam?

Durfee Creek Dam 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 Durfee Creek Dam?

Durfee Creek Dam 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.