Wheat Crop Reservoir Report
Nearby: Jawbone Dam #1 Jawbone Dike #1
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
The Wheat Crop in Wheatland, Montana, is a state-regulated earth dam completed in 1938 for fire protection, stock, or small fish pond purposes along the TR-Musselshell River.
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Summary
With a height of 27 feet and a length of 130 feet, this low-hazard potential structure has a storage capacity of 16 acre-feet. The dam is situated in a picturesque location in Harlowton, Montana, providing essential water resources for the local community.
Managed by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), the Wheat Crop dam plays a critical role in ensuring water availability for irrigation and livestock in the region. Despite its age, the dam's condition is currently not rated, highlighting the need for regular inspection and maintenance to uphold its integrity. With its strategic location and historical significance, the Wheat Crop dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water resource management and climate resilience in the area.
As climate change continues to impact water availability and agricultural practices, the Wheat Crop dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management in mitigating risks and safeguarding local livelihoods. With its low hazard potential and state jurisdiction, the dam serves as a key asset in the region's water infrastructure, contributing to the resilience of the community against the challenges posed by a changing climate. Through continued monitoring and investment in infrastructure, the Wheat Crop dam remains a vital resource for water security and agricultural sustainability in Wheatland, Montana.
Year Completed |
1938 |
Dam Length |
130 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MUSSELSHELL RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
16 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
27 |
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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.
Wheat Crop