Wendell #1 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 25, 2025
Wendell #1 is a private irrigation dam located in Wolf Point, Montana, along the TR-West Fork Sand Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1950 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 34 feet high and spans 300 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 49 acre-feet. Despite its age, the dam is deemed to have low hazard potential and is currently in a not rated condition.
Managed by the Montana Department of Natural Resources Conservation (DNRC), Wendell #1 undergoes regular inspections, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations. The dam serves as a vital water resource for irrigation purposes in the region, with a normal storage capacity of 28 acre-feet. With a maximum discharge capacity of 400 cubic feet per second, Wendell #1 plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural activities in the area.
Under the jurisdiction of the Omaha District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Wendell #1 contributes to water management efforts in McCone County, Montana. With its strategic location and functional design, this dam continues to play a significant role in sustaining water resources for agricultural and environmental needs in the region.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WEST FORK SAND CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Drainage Area |
0.31 |
Nid Storage |
49 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
34 |
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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.
Wendell #1