Gladiolus
Key Takeaway
Gladiolus is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 82.7% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 180 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03641 |
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
SMEDSRUD INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gladiolus?
Gladiolus 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 Gladiolus?
Gladiolus is owned by SMEDSRUD INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gladiolus built?
Gladiolus was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Gladiolus?
Gladiolus 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 Gladiolus?
Gladiolus has a dam height of 30 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.