Blue Baron
Key Takeaway
Blue Baron is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 82.7% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 35 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03731 |
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
GUY E WILLSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Blue Baron?
Blue Baron 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 Blue Baron?
Blue Baron is owned by GUY E WILLSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blue Baron built?
Blue Baron was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Blue Baron?
Blue Baron 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 Blue Baron?
Blue Baron has a dam height of 30 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.