Westgard Reservoir Report
Nearby: T&S Stock Co #4 Martin #1
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
Westgard, a privately owned dam located in Wolf Point, Montana, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond.
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Summary
Built in 1947, this earth dam stands at a height of 12 feet and has a storage capacity of 61 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Sand Creek, Westgard plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area, with a low hazard potential and state-regulated status.
Despite not being rated for its condition assessment, Westgard is subject to state inspection, enforcement, and permitting, highlighting the importance of maintaining its structural integrity. With a relatively small surface area and drainage area, this dam primarily serves the local community's needs for water supply and livestock management. Although it has not undergone any modifications in recent years, Westgard remains a key infrastructure for water conservation and management in the region.
As climate change continues to impact water resources, dams like Westgard become essential for regulating water flow, especially during periods of drought or flooding. With its strategic location and purpose, Westgard contributes to the overall resilience of the water system in McCone County, Montana. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the role of structures like Westgard is crucial for sustainable water management practices in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1947 |
Dam Length |
100 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SAND CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
61 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
Westgard