Kiemle Reservoir Report
Nearby: Goodian, Howard Big Jugs
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Kiemle is a private irrigation dam located in Hill, Montana, along the Schwartz Coulee river.
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Summary
Built in 1938 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 22 feet and has a length of 300 feet. With a storage capacity of 94 acre-feet, Kiemle serves the primary purpose of irrigation in the region, supporting agricultural activities in the area.
Managed by the DNRC, Kiemle is regulated and inspected by the state of Montana to ensure its structural integrity and compliance with safety standards. With a low hazard potential and a current condition assessment of "Not Rated," Kiemle continues to play a vital role in water resource management in the region. Despite lacking specific risk assessment and emergency preparedness measures, the dam serves as a critical infrastructure for water supply and agriculture.
As a part of the Omaha District and under Congressional District 00 in Montana, Kiemle remains a key player in water resource management in the area. While it may lack certain modern assessments and emergency protocols, its historical significance and functional purpose as an irrigation dam make it an essential component of the local water infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1938 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
SCHWARTZ COULEE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
7.34 |
Nid Storage |
94 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Sandy Creek Near Havre Mt
|
6cfs |
Milk River At Havre Mt
|
42cfs |
Missouri River At Virgelle Mt
|
4290cfs |
Clear Creek Near Chinook Mt
|
21cfs |
Battle Creek Near Chinook Mt
|
12cfs |
Teton River At Loma Mt
|
30cfs |
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.
Kiemle