Romain Reservoir Report
Nearby: Night Fever School Penzer Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Romain, also known as Home Reservoir, is a privately owned water resource located in Liberty, Montana.
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Summary
This earth dam was completed in 1936 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and as a small fish pond. With a dam height of 15 feet and a storage capacity of 317 acre-feet, Romain plays a significant role in managing water resources in the area.
Situated along Dead Indian Creek in LOMA, Romain is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC). The dam has a hazard potential rated as significant, although its condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated." Despite lacking specific data on surface area and drainage, Romain's capacity to hold water is crucial for supporting various uses and activities in the region.
As a key structure in the local water management system, Romain's importance for fire prevention, livestock, and recreational fishing cannot be overstated. Its historical significance, combined with its ongoing regulatory oversight and maintenance, make it a vital piece of infrastructure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and learn from in the dynamic context of Montana's water landscape.
Year Completed |
1936 |
Dam Length |
225 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
DEAD INDIAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
317 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Marias River Near Chester Mt
|
249cfs |
Marias River Near Loma Mt
|
335cfs |
Teton River At Loma Mt
|
30cfs |
Missouri River At Fort Benton Mt
|
4720cfs |
Missouri River At Virgelle Mt
|
4290cfs |
Teton River Near Dutton Mt
|
83cfs |
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.
Romain