Doig Brothers
Key Takeaway
Doig Brothers is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1942 and is 84 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 82.7% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 215 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1942 (84 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00132 |
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
ELK RIDGE LTD PARTNERSHIP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Doig Brothers?
Doig Brothers 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 Doig Brothers?
Doig Brothers is owned by ELK RIDGE LTD PARTNERSHIP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Doig Brothers built?
Doig Brothers was completed in 1942, making it 84 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 Doig Brothers?
Doig Brothers 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 Doig Brothers?
Doig Brothers 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.