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Notable lake · Dawson, Montana

V Dam

V Dam is a lake in Dawson, Montana.

V Dam: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this lake: Full / gates open · Low water level · Entry closed.

Best time to visit V Dam

Season: August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

How to reach V Dam — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 47.24835, -104.90219. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    Is V Dam full? Are the gates open?

    No visitor has reported the water level status for V Dam yet. Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Busiest: Weekends and long holidays.

    What is the best time to visit V Dam?

    August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near V Dam?

    Nearby: Glendive Church (church, 26 km), Makoshika State Park (park, 35 km), Dickerson Dam (lake, 6 km), Newton Number 1 Dam (lake, 6 km), Iehl Dam (lake, 12 km), Brain Dam (lake, 12 km).

    Is V Dam worth visiting?

    V Dam is listed as a notable lake in Montana on Spotwander.