Gordan Lightfoot
Key Takeaway
Gordan Lightfoot is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 70.3% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03512 |
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
GORDON B YOUNG
Private
Nearby Dams
Young Sun
Teton, MT
Low Hazard 15 ftWillow Creek Bor Mt
Lewis and Clark, MT
High Hazard 74 ftPishkun Dike 4
Teton, MT
High Hazard 30 ftYoung Clemons
Teton, MT
Low Hazard 18 ftStandley Irrigation Dam
Teton, MT
Low Hazard 15 ftPorrini
Lewis and Clark, MT
Low Hazard 10 ftWolf Coulee Dam
Teton, MT
Significant Hazard 38 ftNilan North Dam
Lewis and Clark, MT
High Hazard 51 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Gordan Lightfoot?
Gordan Lightfoot 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 Gordan Lightfoot?
Gordan Lightfoot is owned by GORDON B YOUNG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gordan Lightfoot built?
Gordan Lightfoot was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Gordan Lightfoot?
Gordan Lightfoot 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 Gordan Lightfoot?
Gordan Lightfoot has a dam height of 25 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.