Bees Hive
Key Takeaway
Bees Hive 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 | 20 ft (taller than 44.5% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 183 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 41 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 50 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03360 |
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
GENE A KELLY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bees Hive?
Bees Hive 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 Bees Hive?
Bees Hive is owned by GENE A KELLY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bees Hive built?
Bees Hive 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 Bees Hive?
Bees Hive 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 Bees Hive?
Bees Hive has a dam height of 20 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.