Bye-Bye
Key Takeaway
Bye-Bye is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 67.5% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03454 |
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
FA BIEHL & MARGARET MCLENDON
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bye-Bye?
Bye-Bye 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 Bye-Bye?
Bye-Bye is owned by FA BIEHL & MARGARET MCLENDON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bye-Bye built?
Bye-Bye was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Bye-Bye?
Bye-Bye 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 Bye-Bye?
Bye-Bye has a dam height of 24 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.