Ed Mcintyre
Key Takeaway
Ed Mcintyre is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1889 and is 137 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 18.8% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 429 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1889 (137 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00396 |
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
WANKEN FARMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ed Mcintyre?
Ed Mcintyre 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 Ed Mcintyre?
Ed Mcintyre is owned by WANKEN FARMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ed Mcintyre built?
Ed Mcintyre was completed in 1889, making it 137 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 Ed Mcintyre?
Ed Mcintyre 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 Ed Mcintyre?
Ed Mcintyre has a dam height of 15 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.