Fortune #5
Key Takeaway
Fortune #5 is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 79.3% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | MT01675 |
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
VERN FORTUNE
Private
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Low Hazard 26 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Fortune #5?
Fortune #5 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 Fortune #5?
Fortune #5 is owned by VERN FORTUNE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fortune #5 built?
Fortune #5 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Fortune #5?
Fortune #5 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 Fortune #5?
Fortune #5 has a dam height of 27 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.