Elder Elmer
Key Takeaway
Elder Elmer is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 93.8% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 68 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03301 |
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
VIOLET A. VIHINEN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Elder Elmer?
Elder Elmer 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 Elder Elmer?
Elder Elmer is owned by VIOLET A. VIHINEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Elder Elmer built?
Elder Elmer was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Elder Elmer?
Elder Elmer 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 Elder Elmer?
Elder Elmer has a dam height of 36 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.