Paul Huber Reservoir Report
Nearby: Heslo Kniep Kamp
Last Updated: December 9, 2025
Paul Huber is a privately owned earth dam located in Poplar, Montana, designed by the USDA NRCS for multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond.
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Summary
Built in 1941, it stands at a height of 26 feet and has a length of 660 feet, with a storage capacity of 88 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR-Wolf Creek, in McCone County, Montana, under the jurisdiction of the DNRC.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Paul Huber dam is a crucial water resource structure in the region. It has state regulatory oversight, including permitting, inspection, and enforcement by the DNRC. The dam's uncontrolled spillway, with a width of 100 feet, ensures proper water flow during high discharge events. Despite its age, the condition assessment of the dam is currently not rated, highlighting the need for further evaluation and potential maintenance for long-term sustainability.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Paul Huber presents a fascinating case study of a historic earth dam serving multiple purposes in rural Montana. Its location, design, and regulatory framework offer insights into the intersection of water management, agriculture, and environmental stewardship. As discussions around climate change and water security intensify, understanding the role of structures like Paul Huber in resilience and adaptation becomes increasingly important for sustainable resource management in the face of evolving challenges.
Year Completed |
1941 |
Dam Length |
660 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WOLF CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
0.94 |
Nid Storage |
88 |
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.
Paul Huber