Bs Kincheloe
Key Takeaway
Bs Kincheloe 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 | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 244 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 178 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | MT02034 |
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
BOYD S KINCHELOE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bs Kincheloe?
Bs Kincheloe 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 Bs Kincheloe?
Bs Kincheloe is owned by BOYD S KINCHELOE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bs Kincheloe built?
Bs Kincheloe 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 Bs Kincheloe?
Bs Kincheloe 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 Bs Kincheloe?
Bs Kincheloe 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.