Capacity Reservoir Report
Nearby: Swamp Cooler Henry Dam #1
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Capacity is a privately-owned dam located in Galata, Montana, with a primary purpose of providing fire protection, stock, or serving as a small fish pond.
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Summary
Built in 1974, this earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet and has a storage capacity of 128 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 46 acre-feet. The dam is used for diffused surface water from the river or stream in the area, serving as a vital resource for the community.
Managed by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Capacity is state-regulated and inspected regularly to ensure its safety and functionality. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated", the dam continues to operate efficiently to meet the needs of the local residents. Despite not having a designated emergency action plan or updated inundation maps, the dam remains a crucial asset for water resource management in the region.
Located in Toole County, Capacity plays a key role in water supply management and fire protection efforts in the area. With its history of serving multiple purposes and its strong regulatory oversight, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
DIFFUSED SURFACE WATER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
128 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
14 |
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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.
Capacity