Brown Buffalo #1
Key Takeaway
Brown Buffalo #1 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 | 60 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | MT02245 |
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
FRANCES MOORE
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Brown Buffalo #1?
Brown Buffalo #1 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 Brown Buffalo #1?
Brown Buffalo #1 is owned by FRANCES MOORE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brown Buffalo #1 built?
Brown Buffalo #1 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 Brown Buffalo #1?
Brown Buffalo #1 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 Brown Buffalo #1?
Brown Buffalo #1 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.