Circle Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Circle Reservoir 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 | 15 ft (taller than 18.8% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00453 |
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
HAROLD JOHNSTONE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Circle Reservoir?
Circle Reservoir 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 Circle Reservoir?
Circle Reservoir is owned by HAROLD JOHNSTONE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Circle Reservoir built?
Circle Reservoir 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 Circle Reservoir?
Circle Reservoir 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 Circle Reservoir?
Circle Reservoir has a dam height of 15 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.