Rocky #1

DEER CREEK· Phillips, Montana· Built 1931· Earth· 10 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Rocky #1 is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1931 and is 95 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 3.7% in MT)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage119 acre-ft
Normal Storage15 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge125 cfs
Year Completed1931 (95 years old)
NID IDMT02799

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

DENVER HOULD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rocky #1?

Rocky #1 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 Rocky #1?

Rocky #1 is owned by DENVER HOULD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rocky #1 built?

Rocky #1 was completed in 1931, making it 95 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 Rocky #1?

Rocky #1 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Rocky #1?

Rocky #1 has a dam height of 10 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.