George Welch Reservoir Report
Nearby: Orville #1 Keeling
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
George Welch is a privately owned earth dam located in Havre, Montana, along the Roundup Coulee.
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Summary
Built in 1950 for irrigation purposes, this dam stands at a height of 35 feet and has a storage capacity of 132 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential, George Welch is regulated and inspected by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) to ensure safety and compliance with state regulations.
The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and there is no information available on emergency action plans or risk assessments. Despite this, George Welch serves as a vital water resource for agricultural irrigation in the area. Its location in Hill County, Montana, showcases the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate patterns and increasing water scarcity.
As a key infrastructure for water supply in the region, George Welch highlights the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued functionality and safety. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the role of dams like George Welch in supporting agricultural activities and mitigating the impacts of climate change on water availability in Montana.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
630 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
ROUNDUP COULEE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Nid Storage |
132 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
35 |
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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.
George Welch