W Krutzfeldt #4 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

W Krutzfeldt #4 is a private earth dam located in Mizpah, Montana, along Road Creek.


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Summary

Completed in 1950, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and creating a small fish pond. The dam has a height of 24 feet and a length of 330 feet, with a storage capacity of 69 acre-feet. It is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) and is classified as having a low hazard potential.

Despite its age, W Krutzfeldt #4 is in a condition that has not been officially rated. It has not undergone a recent inspection, and there is no information available on emergency action plans or risk assessments for the dam. The lack of updated data raises questions about the readiness of this structure in the face of potential climate-related challenges such as extreme weather events or increased precipitation patterns. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find this site intriguing as it highlights the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance of critical infrastructure to ensure the safety and resilience of water resources in the region.

Year Completed

1950

Dam Length

330

Dam Height

24

River Or Stream

ROAD CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

24

Nid Storage

69

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

24
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.