American Prairie Reserve Pond 3 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hand #3 David Drum #3
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
American Prairie Reserve Pond 3, also known as Whitcomb #4 Reservoir, is a private water resource located in Phillips County, Montana.
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Summary
This reservoir is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation, ensuring that it meets state standards for inspection, enforcement, and permitting. Situated along Beaver Creek, this reservoir has a dam height of 12.4 feet and a hydraulic height of 6.7 feet, providing a storage capacity of 370 acre-feet for irrigation and wildlife purposes.
Despite its low hazard potential and current "Not Rated" condition assessment, American Prairie Reserve Pond 3 plays a crucial role in water management within the area. With a normal storage capacity of 210 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 370 acre-feet, this reservoir serves as a valuable resource for sustaining the surrounding ecosystem. While specific details on purposes and dam types are not provided, the reservoir's strategic location and state-regulated status highlight its importance in the region's water infrastructure.
As a part of the American Prairie Reserve, this pond contributes to conservation efforts and supports the local biodiversity. Managed within Congressional District 00 of Montana and overseen by the Mine Safety and Health Administration, American Prairie Reserve Pond 3 stands as a testament to the intersection of water resource management, climate resilience, and environmental stewardship in the region.
Dam Height |
12.4 |
River Or Stream |
BEAVER CREEK |
Hydraulic Height |
6.7 |
Nid Storage |
370 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
American Prairie Reserve Pond 3