Fred Burr Lake

FRED BURR CREEK· Ravalli, Montana· Built 1914· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Fred Burr Lake is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1914 and is 112 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 67.5% in MT)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage200 acre-ft
Normal Storage174 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1914 (112 years old)
NID IDMT00838

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 19, 2003
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DNRC

Ownership

PROCTOR ORNER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fred Burr Lake?

Fred Burr Lake 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 Fred Burr Lake?

Fred Burr Lake is owned by PROCTOR ORNER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Fred Burr Lake built?

Fred Burr Lake was completed in 1914, making it 112 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 Fred Burr Lake?

Fred Burr Lake 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 Fred Burr Lake?

Fred Burr Lake 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.

When was Fred Burr Lake last inspected?

Fred Burr Lake was last inspected on August 19, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.