Cecrle #1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Cecrle #1 Dam 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 | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03453 |
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
DALE K. & CYNTHIA T. CECRLE
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Cecrle #1 Dam?
Cecrle #1 Dam 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 Cecrle #1 Dam?
Cecrle #1 Dam is owned by DALE K. & CYNTHIA T. CECRLE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cecrle #1 Dam built?
Cecrle #1 Dam 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 Cecrle #1 Dam?
Cecrle #1 Dam 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 Cecrle #1 Dam?
Cecrle #1 Dam 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.