6m Dam

TR-SMOKY BUTTE CREEK· Garfield, Montana· Built 1971· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

6m Dam is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 9.2% in MT)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage53 acre-ft
Normal Storage16 acre-ft
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDMT02224

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DNRC

Ownership

6 M RANCH INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of 6m Dam?

6m Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates 6m Dam?

6m Dam is owned by 6 M RANCH INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was 6m Dam built?

6m Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of 6m Dam?

6m Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is 6m Dam?

6m Dam has a dam height of 12 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.