Closed Doors
Key Takeaway
Closed Doors is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 15.6% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 160 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03460 |
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
ROBERT J SUTTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Closed Doors?
Closed Doors 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 Closed Doors?
Closed Doors is owned by ROBERT J SUTTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Closed Doors built?
Closed Doors was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Closed Doors?
Closed Doors 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 Closed Doors?
Closed Doors has a dam height of 14 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.