Cooper-Adams #5
Key Takeaway
Cooper-Adams #5 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 | 13 ft (taller than 14.7% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 685 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 470 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 59 acres |
| Drainage Area | 80 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03259 |
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
CHARLES W. OWEN
Private
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Low Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Cooper-Adams #5?
Cooper-Adams #5 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 Cooper-Adams #5?
Cooper-Adams #5 is owned by CHARLES W. OWEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cooper-Adams #5 built?
Cooper-Adams #5 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 Cooper-Adams #5?
Cooper-Adams #5 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 Cooper-Adams #5?
Cooper-Adams #5 has a dam height of 13 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.