Babbit Reservoir Report
Nearby: Paint Rock #1 George Rath #3
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Babbit, located in Roundup, Montana, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1955 by the USDA NRCS for purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management.
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Summary
Situated in Golden Valley County along TR-Merrills Springs Creek, this structure plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. With a dam height of 20 feet and a storage capacity of 51 acre-feet, Babbit serves as a low-hazard water storage facility for the local community.
Operated under the oversight of the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Babbit is designed to withstand potential risks and ensure the safety of its surroundings. Its geographical coordinates of 46.4765 latitude and -109.1672 longitude make it a strategic point for water regulation in the area. The dam's primary focus on fire protection highlights its importance in mitigating environmental risks and safeguarding water resources in the region. Despite being classified as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment, Babbit's role in water supply and conservation remains paramount for the local ecosystem.
The presence of Babbit within Congressional District 00 of Montana underscores its significance as a key infrastructure for water management in the state. With a capacity to store 51 acre-feet of water and a drainage area of 0.47 square miles, this structure contributes to the sustainable utilization of water resources in the region. As a privately owned facility with state jurisdiction and regulatory oversight, Babbit stands as a testament to collaborative efforts in maintaining the balance between water supply, environmental protection, and community safety in the area.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
250 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MERRILLS SPRINGS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
0.47 |
Nid Storage |
51 |
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.
Babbit