Berkholder Dam
Key Takeaway
Berkholder Dam is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1904 and is 122 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 67.5% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 495 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 90 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1904 (122 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00390 |
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
GRASSY BUTTES FARMS INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Berkholder Dam?
Berkholder 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 Berkholder Dam?
Berkholder Dam is owned by GRASSY BUTTES FARMS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Berkholder Dam built?
Berkholder Dam was completed in 1904, making it 122 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 Berkholder Dam?
Berkholder 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 Berkholder Dam?
Berkholder Dam 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.