Stentoft Reservoir Report
Nearby: J Jacobsen #1 J Jacobsen #2
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Stentoft, located in Roosevelt, Montana, is a privately owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1969 for recreational purposes.
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Summary
With a height of 20 feet and a storage capacity of 52 acre-feet, this dam on TR-GIVE OUT MORGAN CREEK serves as a vital water resource in the area. Although it is not rated for its condition and has a low hazard potential, it is regulated by the DNRC and undergoes regular inspections, enforcement, and permitting to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Despite its modest size and purpose, Stentoft plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region, with a drainage area of 0.78 square miles and a spillway width of 50 feet. The dam's location in Congressional District 00, Montana, under the jurisdiction of Greg Gianforte (R), highlights its significance in local water management. While it may not have significant associated structures or a formal emergency action plan in place, its presence contributes to the overall water infrastructure and recreational opportunities in the area.
As a part of the Omaha District, Stentoft stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between private owners and federal agencies like the Natural Resources Conservation Service in ensuring sustainable water management practices. While its current risk assessment and emergency preparedness may not be fully developed, the dam's role in providing recreational opportunities and regulating water flow underscores its importance in the broader context of water resource management and climate resilience efforts.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-GIVE OUT MORGAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
0.78 |
Nid Storage |
52 |
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.
Stentoft