Golden Glenn #1
Key Takeaway
Golden Glenn #1 is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 95.1% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 20 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | MT02189 |
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
COLE CREEK ANGUS RANCH
Private
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Golden Glenn #1?
Golden Glenn #1 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 Golden Glenn #1?
Golden Glenn #1 is owned by COLE CREEK ANGUS RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Golden Glenn #1 built?
Golden Glenn #1 was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Golden Glenn #1?
Golden Glenn #1 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 Golden Glenn #1?
Golden Glenn #1 has a dam height of 40 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.