Circut Breaker
Key Takeaway
Circut Breaker is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 3.7% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03377 |
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
EDWARD J BLAZEK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Circut Breaker?
Circut Breaker 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 Circut Breaker?
Circut Breaker is owned by EDWARD J BLAZEK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Circut Breaker built?
Circut Breaker was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Circut Breaker?
Circut Breaker 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 Circut Breaker?
Circut Breaker has a dam height of 10 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.