Swart #7 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Shipman Pond Dam Jones Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Swart #7 is a privately owned earth dam located in Rosebud, Montana, with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.
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Summary
The dam, completed in 1943, stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 48 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Black Buttes Spring Coulee, the dam serves as a vital resource for water management in the area.
Managed by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Swart #7 has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "not rated" in terms of condition assessment. Despite lacking specific inspection and assessment dates, the dam's regulatory status indicates that it is subject to state jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. With its strategic location and historical significance, Swart #7 plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
As an essential component of the local water infrastructure, Swart #7 contributes to the overall water security and environmental sustainability of Rosebud County, Montana. With its diverse purposes and state-regulated status, the dam serves as a testament to the importance of proper water management practices in mitigating climate-related risks and ensuring the long-term viability of water resources for both human and ecological needs.
Year Completed |
1943 |
Dam Length |
125 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BLACK BUTTES SPRING COULEE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
48 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
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