Crazy Creek Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Crazy Creek Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 82.7% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03422 |
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
JUNE LAMP CLARK
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Crazy Creek Reservoir?
Crazy Creek 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 Crazy Creek Reservoir?
Crazy Creek Reservoir is owned by JUNE LAMP CLARK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Crazy Creek Reservoir built?
Crazy Creek Reservoir was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Crazy Creek Reservoir?
Crazy Creek Reservoir serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Crazy Creek Reservoir?
Crazy Creek Reservoir 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.