Brinkman
Key Takeaway
Brinkman is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.2% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | MT02537 |
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
CLAIR BRINKMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brinkman?
Brinkman 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 Brinkman?
Brinkman is owned by CLAIR BRINKMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brinkman built?
Brinkman was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Brinkman?
Brinkman serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Brinkman?
Brinkman has a dam height of 12 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.