Schindal Battle I Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Schindal Battle I is a privately owned irrigation dam located in Meagher County, Montana, near the city of Sixteen.


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Summary

Completed in 1920, this earth dam stands at a height of 17 feet with a storage capacity of 155 acre-feet, primarily used for irrigation purposes. Situated on the TR-Battle Creek, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region, regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC).

With a low hazard potential and a current condition assessment of "Not Rated," Schindal Battle I serves as a key infrastructure for water supply and management in the area. The dam has not been modified since its completion and is equipped with outlet gates for controlled water release. Despite the lack of recent inspections and assessments, the dam continues to support agricultural activities and maintain water levels for irrigation, highlighting its importance in sustaining local ecosystems and communities.

While Schindal Battle I has not been evaluated for emergency preparedness or risk management measures, its strategic location and function make it a vital component of the water infrastructure in Meagher County. As climate change impacts water resources, understanding the condition and maintenance of dams like Schindal Battle I becomes increasingly important for ensuring the resilience and sustainability of water supplies in the region.

Year Completed

1920

Dam Length

300

Dam Height

17

River Or Stream

TR-BATTLE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

19

Hydraulic Height

15.1

Nid Storage

155

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

17
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.