Quick (L.) Reservoir Report
Nearby: Moos #1 Mathilda #1
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Quick (L.) is a privately owned irrigation dam located in Circle, Montana, along the TR-STONY BUTTE CREEK.
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Summary
Built in 1968, this earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and spans 200 feet in length, providing a maximum storage capacity of 124 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is for irrigation, serving the local agricultural community in McCone County.
Managed by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Quick (L.) is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the state agency to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated", the dam is considered to be in good standing. Although the last inspection date and other details are not provided, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment are also unspecified.
Overall, Quick (L.) serves as a vital water resource infrastructure for the surrounding area, demonstrating the importance of proper regulation and maintenance to ensure the safety and efficacy of irrigation systems in the face of changing climate conditions. With its strategic location and design, this dam plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural activities in the region and highlights the significance of water management in sustaining local communities.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-STONY BUTTE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
124 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Redwater River At Circle Mt
|
1cfs |
Nelson Creek Near Van Norman Mt
|
33cfs |
Missouri River Near Wolf Point Mt
|
5020cfs |
Milk River At Nashua Mt
|
233cfs |
Yellowstone River At Glendive Mt
|
6000cfs |
Poplar River Near Poplar Mt
|
28cfs |
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.
Quick (L.)