Capudj Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Capudj, also known as Anderson, is a privately owned dam located in Hill County, Montana, near the city of Havre.
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Summary
Completed in 1965, this earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet and has a capacity of 94 acre-feet, primarily serving the purposes of fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management. Situated on the UT Milk River, Capudj falls under the jurisdiction of the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), with state regulatory agencies overseeing its permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes.
With a low hazard potential and a current condition assessment of "Not Rated," Capudj has not undergone recent inspections or evaluations for risk assessment and emergency preparedness. Despite its lack of formal rating, the dam continues to provide essential water resource management functions, supporting agricultural activities and local wildlife habitats. The dam's location within Congressional District 00 and under the oversight of the Omaha District of the US Army Corps of Engineers highlights its importance in the regional water infrastructure.
As a key feature on the UT Milk River, Capudj plays a crucial role in maintaining water resources and supporting the surrounding ecosystem. While its condition assessment and emergency preparedness status remain unknown, the dam's historical significance and functional purpose underscore the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued effectiveness in managing water supply and mitigating potential risks. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Capudj offers a fascinating case study in the intersection of private ownership, state regulation, and environmental stewardship in the management of water infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
375 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
UT MILK RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23 |
Hydraulic Height |
6 |
Nid Storage |
94 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
10 |
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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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