Dolabriform Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ray Smart Mans Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Dolabriform is a privately owned earth dam located in Loma, Montana, along the TR-North Fork Dugout Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1965, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond management. With a height of 25 feet and a length of 300 feet, Dolabriform has a storage capacity of 58 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 35 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance.
Situated in Chouteau County, Dolabriform poses a low-risk to the surrounding area and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. The dam has not been modified in recent years, and its emergency preparedness measures, such as an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and inundation maps, are not currently documented. While the dam is not under the jurisdiction of the US Army Corps of Engineers, it is subject to state regulations and oversight by the DNRC. With its primary purpose being fire protection and water storage, Dolabriform plays a vital role in supporting local agriculture and wildlife in the region.
In the event of any potential risks or changes in condition, the DNRC and other state agencies will be responsible for managing and mitigating any issues related to Dolabriform. As a key infrastructure for water resource management in the area, the dam's role in maintaining water availability and supporting local ecosystems cannot be understated. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Dolabriform to be an interesting case study in dam management and regulation within the state of Montana.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-NORTH FORK DUGOUT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
58 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Marias River Near Chester Mt
|
249cfs |
Teton River Near Dutton Mt
|
83cfs |
Marias River Near Loma Mt
|
335cfs |
Missouri River At Fort Benton Mt
|
4720cfs |
Teton River At Loma Mt
|
30cfs |
Lake Creek Near Power Mt
|
30cfs |
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.
Dolabriform