Billings #2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Billing Spring #1 Billings #3
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Billings #2 is a privately owned earth dam located on TR-Big Dry Creek in Garfield, Montana.
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Summary
Completed in 1967, the dam serves multiple purposes, including fire protection, stock watering, and creating a small fish pond. With a dam height of 21 feet and a storage capacity of 211 acre-feet, Billings #2 has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment.
Managed by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), this dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state. Despite being in a remote area with no associated structures or significant surface area, Billings #2 plays a crucial role in providing water resources for local fire protection and livestock needs. The dam's location and purpose highlight the importance of proper water resource management in rural areas for both human and ecological needs.
With its relatively small size and low hazard potential, Billings #2 may not attract as much attention as larger dams, but its significance in providing essential water resources for local residents and wildlife cannot be understated. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, maintaining and properly managing dams like Billings #2 will be crucial for ensuring sustainable water usage and enhancing community resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BIG DRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
211 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
21 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Nelson Creek Near Van Norman Mt
|
33cfs |
Redwater River At Circle Mt
|
4cfs |
Milk River At Nashua Mt
|
233cfs |
Missouri River Near Wolf Point Mt
|
5020cfs |
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.
Billings #2