W Krutzfeldt #3 Reservoir Report
Nearby: W Krutzfeldt #1 Rafferty #5
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Located in Mizpah, Montana, the W Krutzfeldt #3 dam stands as a testament to the state's commitment to water resource management and irrigation infrastructure.
°F
°F
mph
Wind
%
Humidity
Summary
Constructed in 1960, this private dam on the TR-Mizpah Creek is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), ensuring its compliance with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements.
Standing at a height of 26 feet and with a length of 705 feet, the W Krutzfeldt #3 dam provides crucial irrigation water storage of 292 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition remains unrated, reflecting the need for further assessment and potentially enhanced risk management measures. As an essential piece of Montana's water infrastructure, the W Krutzfeldt #3 dam plays a vital role in supporting agricultural activities in the region.
With its primary purpose being irrigation, the W Krutzfeldt #3 dam serves as a lifeline for local farmers and communities, highlighting the critical role that well-maintained dams play in sustaining water resources and mitigating the impacts of climate variability. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the intricacies of dams like W Krutzfeldt #3 is crucial for advocating for sustainable water management practices and ensuring the resilience of our water infrastructure in the face of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
705 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MIZPAH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Nid Storage |
292 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
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.
W Krutzfeldt #3