Batters Box
Key Takeaway
Batters Box is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 70.3% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03462 |
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
STEWART RANCH
Private
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Low Hazard 25 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Batters Box?
Batters Box 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 Batters Box?
Batters Box is owned by STEWART RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Batters Box built?
Batters Box was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Batters Box?
Batters Box 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 Batters Box?
Batters Box has a dam height of 25 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.