Shields Fields Reservoir Report
Nearby: Panasuk Dam Iranian
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Shields Fields is a privately owned earth dam located in Roosevelt County, Montana, specifically in the city of NOHLY.
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Summary
Completed in 1960, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond enhancement. The dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a storage capacity of 33 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 21 acre-feet. Situated on TR-LITTLE MUDDY CREEK, Shields Fields plays a crucial role in the local water resource management, particularly for irrigation and livestock needs in the area.
Managed by the Montana DNRC, Shields Fields has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as 'Not Rated' in terms of condition assessment. With no recent inspection data available, the dam's emergency action plan status, inundation maps, and risk assessment details are also unknown. Despite these gaps, Shields Fields remains a vital infrastructure for the community, ensuring water availability for agricultural and fire protection purposes. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, staying informed about the condition and management of dams like Shields Fields is key to sustainable water resource utilization and climate resilience in the region.
Located in Congressional District 00 of Montana, Shields Fields overlooks the scenic landscape of S22 28N 59E. With no federal ownership or funding, this private dam reflects the importance of local stakeholders in water resource management. As climate change poses challenges to water availability and quality, monitoring and maintaining infrastructure like Shields Fields are essential for ensuring water security and adaptation to changing environmental conditions. As enthusiasts in water resource and climate issues, understanding the role of dams like Shields Fields in the broader context of water management and climate resilience is crucial for promoting sustainable practices and safeguarding water resources for future generations.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
250 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE MUDDY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
33 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
Shields Fields