Bobs Mud Lake
Key Takeaway
Bobs Mud Lake is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 31.7% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 526 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 222 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03431 |
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
MUD LAKE FARMS INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bobs Mud Lake?
Bobs Mud Lake 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 Bobs Mud Lake?
Bobs Mud Lake is owned by MUD LAKE FARMS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bobs Mud Lake built?
Bobs Mud Lake was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Bobs Mud Lake?
Bobs Mud Lake 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 Bobs Mud Lake?
Bobs Mud Lake has a dam height of 16 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.