Dreary Reservoir Report
Nearby: Dishwater Lost Again
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Dreary is a privately owned dam located in Fort Belknap, Montana, along Fifteen Mile Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1950, this earth dam stands at a height of 12 feet and has a storage capacity of 107 acre-feet, primarily used for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes. The dam is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance.
With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," Dreary poses minimal risk to surrounding communities. While the dam has not been assigned an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) or undergone recent inspections, it meets state guidelines and is equipped with emergency contacts to respond to any potential incidents. The dam's location in a congressional district represented by Greg Gianforte (R) further underscores its significance within the region's water resource and climate management framework.
Enthusiasts interested in water resource management and climate resilience will find Dreary to be a notable structure in the Montana landscape. Its role in providing essential services such as fire protection and livestock water supply highlights the intersection of human needs and environmental stewardship. With state oversight and regulatory measures in place, Dreary stands as a testament to responsible dam ownership and operation in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
FIFTEEN MILE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
107 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Battle Creek Near Chinook Mt
|
12cfs |
Milk River Near Harlem Mt
|
69cfs |
Clear Creek Near Chinook Mt
|
21cfs |
Peoples Creek Near Hays Mt
|
4cfs |
Milk River At Havre Mt
|
42cfs |
Milk River Near Dodson Mt
|
68cfs |
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.
Dreary