Dry Fork
Key Takeaway
Dry Fork is classified as significant hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 96% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 406 acres |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03780 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BRIESE BROTHERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dry Fork?
Dry Fork is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Dry Fork?
Dry Fork is owned by BRIESE BROTHERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dry Fork built?
Dry Fork was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Dry Fork?
Dry Fork serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Dry Fork?
Dry Fork has a dam height of 45 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.
When was Dry Fork last inspected?
Dry Fork was last inspected on July 18, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.