Bs Kincheloe #1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Bs Kincheloe Montana #10
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Bs Kincheloe #1, also known as Kincheloe Reservoir #1, is a privately owned earth dam in Montana, located in Rosebud County near the city of Moseby.
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Summary
Built in 1970 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management. With a dam height of 26 feet and a storage capacity of 84 acre-feet, it plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area.
The reservoir is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources Conservation (DNRC) and is designed to handle a maximum discharge of 600 cubic feet per second through an uncontrolled spillway. Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level (3) based on a risk assessment. While the condition of the dam is currently not rated, it undergoes regular state inspection, enforcement, and permitting to ensure its safety and functionality.
Located along the TR-Little Breed Creek, Bs Kincheloe #1 provides vital water resources for the surrounding area and plays a key role in mitigating potential water-related risks. With its strategic design and management, this reservoir serves as a valuable asset for both water supply and environmental conservation efforts in Montana.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE BREED CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
2.81 |
Nid Storage |
84 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
26 |
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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 #1