Gibbs, Gerold
Key Takeaway
Gibbs, Gerold is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 61.7% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 667 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 285 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 151 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | MT01514 |
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
GEROLD GIBBS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gibbs, Gerold?
Gibbs, Gerold 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 Gibbs, Gerold?
Gibbs, Gerold is owned by GEROLD GIBBS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gibbs, Gerold built?
Gibbs, Gerold was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Gibbs, Gerold?
Gibbs, Gerold 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 Gibbs, Gerold?
Gibbs, Gerold has a dam height of 21 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.