Eide Trail Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ucaliptus Tomeyer #2
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
Eide Trail is a private-owned dam located in Galata, Montana, along the TR-Trail Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1952 for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes, this Earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and stretches 350 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 166 acre-feet, Eide Trail serves as a crucial water resource for the surrounding area, providing a vital source of water for various uses.
Managed by the DNRC, Eide Trail has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. While the dam has not been inspected recently and lacks certain emergency preparedness measures, its importance in water resource management cannot be understated. Safeguarding and maintaining the structural integrity of Eide Trail is essential to ensure the continued availability of water for fire protection, stock, and recreational purposes in the region.
Despite its relatively low hazard potential, Eide Trail represents a key piece of infrastructure in Toole County, Montana. Its location in a remote area highlights the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to address any potential risks associated with the dam. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to stay informed about the status of Eide Trail and advocate for responsible management practices to protect this valuable water resource for future generations.
Year Completed |
1952 |
Dam Length |
350 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TRAIL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
166 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Eide Trail