Bull Pen #1
Key Takeaway
Bull Pen #1 is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 82.7% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03606 |
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
CRAWFORD FARMS INC
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bull Pen #1?
Bull Pen #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 Bull Pen #1?
Bull Pen #1 is owned by CRAWFORD FARMS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bull Pen #1 built?
Bull Pen #1 was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Bull Pen #1?
Bull Pen #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 Bull Pen #1?
Bull Pen #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.