Mr Wipple Reservoir Report
Nearby: Pollington Coulee Magnum South
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
Mr Wipple, located in Kremlin, Montana, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1974 for multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond.
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Summary
With a height of 15 feet and a length of 1320 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 278 acre-feet and a normal storage of 42 acre-feet. It serves as a crucial water resource for the surrounding area, particularly for fire protection and livestock needs.
Managed by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Mr Wipple has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as 'Not Rated' in terms of condition assessment. The dam is designed to withstand potential risks and emergencies, although specific emergency action plans and risk assessment guidelines are currently not available. Despite this, the dam continues to provide essential water storage and management for the community, highlighting the importance of proper infrastructure for water resource and climate resilience in the region.
With its strategic location and purposeful design, Mr Wipple stands as a key asset in water resource management for Hill County, Montana. As a privately owned structure with state jurisdiction and regulatory oversight, the dam plays a significant role in maintaining water security for fire protection, livestock, and recreational purposes in the area. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to recognize and support the sustainable management of dams like Mr Wipple to ensure a resilient and reliable water supply for the community in the face of changing climate patterns.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
1320 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
DIFFUSED SURFACE WATER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
278 |
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.
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