King Of Diamonds Reservoir Report
Nearby: Jack Of Hearts Ace Of Diamonds
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
King of Diamonds is a private water resource located in Carter, Montana, specifically in Lightning Flat Wyoming.
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Summary
It was completed in 1950 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond. The dam is of earth type with a height of 15 feet and a length of 200 feet, providing a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet. The primary source agency for this structure is the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), which regulates, inspects, and enforces state jurisdiction over the dam.
Situated on Short Creek, King of Diamonds has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. It falls under the jurisdiction of the Omaha District of the US Army Corps of Engineers and is not federally owned or funded. The dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, but it meets state permitting and inspection requirements. With its location in a picturesque setting and its essential role in providing water for various uses, King of Diamonds is a significant resource for the local community and a point of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
SHORT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
54 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
King Of Diamonds