Bees Hive Reservoir Report
Nearby: Sour Apple Eightmile Spring
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Bees Hive, located in Loma, Montana, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1930 by the USDA NRCS for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
This structure on Weatherwax Coulee in Chouteau County has a dam height of 20 feet and a length of 350 feet, with a storage capacity of 183 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the DNRC and undergoes state permitting, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its safety and functionality.
Despite being classified with a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," Bees Hive serves a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience in the region. The dam's ability to store water for irrigation, livestock, and fire suppression contributes to local sustainability efforts. With its location in the Omaha District and Congressional District 00 of Montana, Bees Hive stands as a testament to collaborative efforts between federal and state agencies to protect and manage water resources effectively.
As climate change continues to impact water availability and extreme weather events, structures like Bees Hive play a vital role in mitigating risks and ensuring water security for communities. The dam's design by the Natural Resources Conservation Service and ongoing state oversight highlight the importance of proactive water management in adapting to a changing climate. By recognizing the interconnectedness of water resources and climate resilience, Bees Hive stands as a beacon of sustainable water infrastructure in the face of environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1930 |
Dam Length |
350 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
WEATHERWAX COULEE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
40.63 |
Nid Storage |
183 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Missouri River At Fort Benton Mt
|
4720cfs |
Marias River Near Loma Mt
|
335cfs |
Missouri River Near Great Falls Mt
|
3530cfs |
Teton River At Loma Mt
|
30cfs |
Lake Creek Near Power Mt
|
30cfs |
Teton River Near Dutton Mt
|
83cfs |
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.
Bees Hive