Flicked Bic Reservoir Report
Nearby: Blooming Creek Dam Deiphobus
Last Updated: December 25, 2025
Located in Cascade, Montana, the Flicked Bic dam stands as a testament to both water resource management and climate resilience.
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Summary
Completed in 1960, this earth dam serves multiple purposes, including fire protection, stock watering, and as a small fish pond. With a height of 12 feet and a storage capacity of 81 acre-feet, it plays a crucial role in supporting the local ecosystem while ensuring water availability for various needs.
Managed by private owners and regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Flicked Bic has a low hazard potential and is currently classified as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. Despite its modest size, the dam's location on the TR-South Fork Simms Creek contributes to the overall water management efforts in the area, providing essential resources for both human and environmental use.
With a primary purpose of ensuring water security for both firefighting and livestock needs, Flicked Bic represents a harmonious blend of water resource management and ecological stewardship. As climate change continues to impact water availability in the region, this dam serves as a critical infrastructure for maintaining water resilience in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SOUTH FORK SIMMS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
81 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Sun River At Simms Mt
|
425cfs |
Dearborn River Near Craig Mt
|
72cfs |
Missouri River At Cascade Mt
|
3250cfs |
Sun River Bl Willow Cr Nr Augusta Mt
|
116cfs |
Muddy Creek At Vaughn Mt
|
86cfs |
Sun River Near Vaughn Mt
|
369cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Flicked Bic