Barclay
Key Takeaway
Barclay is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 67.5% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00475 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
ALEX S BARCLAY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Barclay?
Barclay 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 Barclay?
Barclay is owned by ALEX S BARCLAY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barclay built?
Barclay was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Barclay?
Barclay serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Barclay?
Barclay has a dam height of 24 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.