Dolomites Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 24, 2025
The Dolomites in Montana, located in Judith Basin County near the town of Ross Fork, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1958 for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
With a height of 20 feet and a length of 225 feet, this dam on the TR-Hauck Coulee river has a storage capacity of 51 acre-feet and a low hazard potential. It is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), with state jurisdiction and permitting in place.
Despite its small size and low hazard potential, the Dolomites dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area. With its normal storage capacity of 26 acre-feet, it helps in maintaining water levels for fire protection and agricultural purposes. The dam is regularly inspected, maintained, and enforced by the state regulatory agency to ensure its structural integrity and safety for the surrounding community.
Situated in a picturesque location in the heart of Montana, the Dolomites dam not only serves practical purposes but also adds to the natural beauty of the landscape. Its presence provides a tranquil setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate the importance of sustainable water management practices in maintaining the ecological balance of the region.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
225 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-HAUCK COULEE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
51 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Dolomites