Dye #1
Key Takeaway
Dye #1 is classified as significant hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1918 and is 108 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 67.5% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 750 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1918 (108 years old) |
| NID ID | MT02448 |
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
ROBERT DYE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dye #1?
Dye #1 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 Dye #1?
Dye #1 is owned by ROBERT DYE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dye #1 built?
Dye #1 was completed in 1918, making it 108 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 Dye #1?
Dye #1 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 Dye #1?
Dye #1 has a dam height of 24 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.