Stroud Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Garfield County, Montana, Stroud is a privately owned dam on the Kelly Hawkins Coulee that serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and as a small fish pond.
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Summary
Built in 1949, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 92 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," Stroud is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
Despite its small size and relatively low risk, Stroud plays a vital role in providing water resources for local fire protection and agricultural activities. The dam's location in a remote area underscores the importance of maintaining its structural integrity and compliance with state regulations. With the dam having not been rated for condition assessment, continued monitoring and maintenance are essential to ensure its continued functionality and safety for the surrounding community.
As a part of the Omaha District, Stroud is a testament to the diverse and often overlooked infrastructure that supports water resource management in rural areas. Its primary purpose may be modest, but its impact on local water availability and ecosystem health cannot be understated. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding and appreciating the role of dams like Stroud in sustaining communities and ecosystems is crucial for building sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1949 |
Dam Length |
175 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
KELLY HAWKINS COULEE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
92 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Stroud