Hunt #7 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Schlesinger #2 Schlesinger #7
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Hunt #7 is a privately owned earth dam located in Forsyth, Montana, with a primary purpose of providing fire protection, stock water, and serving as a small fish pond.
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Summary
Constructed in 1960 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 20 feet and spans 375 feet in length. It has a storage capacity of 78 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 48 acre-feet, serving the drainage area of 1.25 square miles.
The dam, situated on TR-Big Porcupine Creek, is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation. It features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 100 feet and has a low hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment rating. Although the condition of the dam is currently not rated, it undergoes state inspections, permitting, and enforcement regularly. With its strategic location and multi-functional use, Hunt #7 plays a vital role in water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
Overall, Hunt #7 serves as a critical infrastructure for water resource management, fire protection, and supporting local wildlife in the Rosebud County area. As a privately owned structure, it demonstrates the collaboration between government agencies and private landowners in ensuring the safety and sustainability of water resources. With its historical significance and continued functionality, Hunt #7 exemplifies the importance of earth dams in mitigating risks and enhancing resilience in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
375 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BIG PORCUPINE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
1.25 |
Nid Storage |
78 |
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.
Hunt #7