Robert Bold #3 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Robert Bold #2 Benes Bank
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Robert Bold #3 is a private dam located in Fergus County, Montana, specifically on TR-ROSE CREEK.
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Summary
Built in 1958, this Earth dam stands at 10 feet tall with a length of 210 feet, providing a storage capacity of 51 acre-feet for purposes such as fire protection, stock, or small fish pond. Despite being non-federally owned, the dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations.
This low hazard potential structure has not been rated for its current condition, but it serves as a vital resource for water management in the region. The dam's location in a remote area with no associated structures makes it essential for local water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor its condition and functionality. With its historical significance dating back over six decades, Robert Bold #3 continues to serve the community with its storage capacity and multi-purpose functionality.
Although details on the dam's emergency preparedness, risk assessment, and management measures are lacking, its presence signifies the importance of small-scale water infrastructure in rural areas. As water resources become increasingly vital in the face of climate change, structures like Robert Bold #3 play a crucial role in ensuring water availability for various needs in the community. Monitoring and maintaining such dams are key priorities for sustainable water resource management and climate resilience in Montana.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
210 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ROSE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Nid Storage |
51 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Judith River Nr Mouth
|
368cfs |
Missouri River Near Landusky Mt
|
9100cfs |
Peoples Creek Near Hays Mt
|
4cfs |
Missouri River At Virgelle Mt
|
4290cfs |
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.
Robert Bold #3