Dealers Choice Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
Dealers Choice is a privately-owned dam located in Wolf Point, Montana, on the TR-West Fork Sand Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1944 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 20 feet tall and spans 2040 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 109 acre-feet. The primary purposes of Dealers Choice are fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond management, serving as a valuable water resource for the surrounding area.
Managed by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Dealers Choice is state-regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure safety and compliance with regulatory standards. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," this dam plays a crucial role in water management and conservation efforts in the region. Despite its age, Dealers Choice continues to provide essential services and support to the local community.
As a key structure in the Omaha District, Dealers Choice contributes to water security and resource management in the area. With its historical significance and ongoing functionality, this dam remains a vital asset for fire prevention, livestock maintenance, and ecological preservation. Climate enthusiasts and water resource experts alike can appreciate the role that Dealers Choice plays in maintaining a sustainable water supply and ecosystem balance in McCone County, Montana.
Year Completed |
1944 |
Dam Length |
2040 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WEST FORK SAND CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
6.25 |
Nid Storage |
109 |
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.
Dealers Choice