Flesch #2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Benjamin, H.E. Jr. Lipton
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Flesch #2, located in Toole County, Montana, is a privately owned earth dam designed by USDA NRCS for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1966, this dam has a height of 15 feet and a length of 700 feet, providing a storage capacity of 111 acre-feet with a normal storage of 33 acre-feet. It is situated on the Crooked Coulee stream, with a drainage area of 1.41 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 300 cubic feet per second.
Managed by the Montana Department of Natural Resources Conservation (DNRC), Flesch #2 has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. Despite lacking specific inspection and emergency action plan details, the dam remains under state regulation and jurisdiction, with permitting, inspections, and enforcement conducted by the DNRC. The dam is integral for water resource management in the area, serving multiple purposes while ensuring safety and sustainability for the surrounding environment and community.
In the event of any potential risks or emergencies, it is essential for the dam owners to update and adhere to the necessary guidelines for emergency action plans and risk management measures. With its strategic location and purpose, Flesch #2 plays a crucial role in water resource management, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring infrastructure to safeguard against potential hazards and ensure long-term sustainability in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
CROOKED COULEE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
1.41 |
Nid Storage |
111 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Flesch #2