Martin #1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Westgard Wendell #1
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
Martin #1 is a privately owned earth dam located in Wolf Point, Montana, on TR-Prairie Elk Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1959, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and creating a small fish pond. With a height of 25 feet and a storage capacity of 35 acre-feet, Martin #1 has a low hazard potential and is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC).
Despite its age, Martin #1's condition has not been rated, and it has not undergone recent inspections or maintenance. The dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status is unknown, and there are no inundation maps or risk assessments available. While the dam's risk management measures are not specified, its location in a sparsely populated area and low hazard potential may contribute to its overall safety.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate change should take note of Martin #1's historical significance as an early infrastructure project in Montana. As climate impacts continue to affect water resources, it is essential to monitor and maintain aging dams like Martin #1 to ensure their continued safety and functionality for both human and environmental needs.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PRAIRIE ELK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
35 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Missouri River Near Wolf Point Mt
|
5020cfs |
Milk River At Nashua Mt
|
233cfs |
Nelson Creek Near Van Norman Mt
|
33cfs |
Poplar River Near Poplar Mt
|
28cfs |
Redwater River At Circle Mt
|
1cfs |
Milk River At Tampico Mt
|
123cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Martin #1