Batters Box Reservoir Report
Nearby: Roamin'reservoir Stewart
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Batters Box is a privately owned earth dam located in Loma, Montana, along the Dugout Coulee river or stream.
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Summary
Built in 1930, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and as a small fish pond. With a dam height of 25 feet and a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet, Batters Box plays a crucial role in water resource management in the Liberty County area.
Managed by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Batters Box is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state to ensure its safe operation. Despite being classified as having low hazard potential, the dam's condition has not been rated. The dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status, risk assessment, and inundation maps are currently not available, highlighting the need for further evaluation and risk management measures.
Located in a congressional district represented by Greg Gianforte, Batters Box provides essential water storage for the surrounding area and contributes to both water resource management and climate resilience efforts. As enthusiasts of water resources and climate issues, understanding the infrastructure and management of dams like Batters Box is crucial for promoting sustainable water management practices and addressing the challenges posed by a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1930 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
DUGOUT COULEE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
64 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Marias River Near Chester Mt
|
249cfs |
Marias River Near Loma Mt
|
335cfs |
Teton River At Loma Mt
|
30cfs |
Missouri River At Fort Benton Mt
|
4720cfs |
Teton River Near Dutton Mt
|
83cfs |
Missouri River At Virgelle Mt
|
4290cfs |
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.
Batters Box