Shady Lane Reservoir Report
Nearby: Christianson Ruff Creek Retention Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Shady Lane is a privately owned earth dam located in Wolf Point, Montana, along the TR-Shade Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1960, this dam serves multiple purposes, including fire protection, stock watering, and creating a small fish pond. With a height of 20 feet and a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet, Shady Lane provides essential water resources for the local area.
Managed by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Shady Lane is regulated and inspected regularly to ensure its safety and functionality. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in McCone County. Although not rated for emergency action preparedness, Shady Lane continues to meet regulatory guidelines and provide valuable water storage for the community.
Located within Congressional District 00, Montana, Shady Lane is a key infrastructure for water management and conservation in the region. While its exact inspection frequency, hazard potential, and emergency action plan details are not specified, the dam's low risk assessment and state jurisdiction status highlight its importance for maintaining water resources and protecting against potential hazards. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Shady Lane represents a vital piece of infrastructure that supports both human and ecological needs in the area.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
100 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SHADE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
55 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Nelson Creek Near Van Norman Mt
|
33cfs |
Missouri River Near Wolf Point Mt
|
5020cfs |
Milk River At Nashua Mt
|
233cfs |
Redwater River At Circle Mt
|
4cfs |
Poplar River Near Poplar Mt
|
28cfs |
Milk River At Tampico Mt
|
123cfs |
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.
Shady Lane