Schmidt Reservoir Report
Nearby: Rocky Crossing Reservoir Peephole
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Schmidt is a privately owned dam located in Hill, Montana, along the Barneys Coulee stream.
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Summary
Constructed in 1951, this Earth type dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond maintenance. With a dam height of 25 feet and a length of 300 feet, Schmidt has a storage capacity of 161 acre-feet, providing essential water resources for the local area.
Managed by the DNRC in Montana, Schmidt is regulated and inspected by the state to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite being classified as low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated. With a primary purpose of providing essential services to the community, Schmidt plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region.
Although Schmidt has not been modified in recent years and lacks certain detailed information such as spillway type and dimensions, it remains a vital infrastructure for water storage and distribution. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the significance of dams like Schmidt is essential for sustainable water management and conservation efforts in Montana and beyond.
Year Completed |
1951 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
BARNEYS COULEE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
161 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Sandy Creek Near Havre Mt
|
6cfs |
Missouri River At Virgelle Mt
|
4290cfs |
Milk River At Havre Mt
|
42cfs |
Teton River At Loma Mt
|
30cfs |
Marias River Near Loma Mt
|
335cfs |
Clear Creek Near Chinook Mt
|
21cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Schmidt