Bs Kincheloe #6 Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Bs Kincheloe #6, also known as Kicheloe Dam #6, is a private earth dam located in Mosby, Montana, along Orchard Coulee.
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Summary
Constructed in 1954 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond creation. With a height of 10 feet and a length of 200 feet, Bs Kincheloe #6 has a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet and a drainage area of 10.63 square miles.
Managed by the DNRC and regulated at the state level, Bs Kincheloe #6 boasts a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. Despite not being rated for its condition, this dam has been inspected and is in operation for fire protection and agricultural use. The spillway, which is uncontrolled, has a width of 30 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 220 cubic feet per second, ensuring the safety and functionality of the structure.
Located in Rosebud County, Bs Kincheloe #6 represents a critical water resource for the local community, providing essential services for both humans and wildlife. As climate change continues to impact water availability in the region, the proper management and maintenance of dams like Bs Kincheloe #6 will be crucial in ensuring water security and resilience against future challenges.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
ORCHARD COULEE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Drainage Area |
10.63 |
Nid Storage |
54 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
10 |
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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.
Bs Kincheloe #6