North Tucks Slough Dam

RED ROCK CREEK· Beaverhead, Montana· Built 1990· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Federal Government

Key Takeaway

North Tucks Slough Dam is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 14.7% in MT)
Dam Length5,595 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage560 acre-ft
Normal Storage200 acre-ft
Surface Area103 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge98 cfs
Year Completed1990 (36 years old)
NID IDMT04012

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
Last Inspection: August 30, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of North Tucks Slough Dam?

North Tucks Slough 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 North Tucks Slough Dam?

North Tucks Slough Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was North Tucks Slough Dam built?

North Tucks Slough Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 North Tucks Slough Dam?

North Tucks Slough Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is North Tucks Slough Dam?

North Tucks Slough Dam has a dam height of 13 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.

When was North Tucks Slough Dam last inspected?

North Tucks Slough Dam was last inspected on August 30, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.