Homestead Retention Dam
Key Takeaway
Homestead Retention Dam is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 758 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 440 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1964 |
| NID ID | MT00667 |
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
DOI BLM
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Homestead Retention Dam?
Homestead Retention Dam 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 Homestead Retention Dam?
Homestead Retention Dam is owned by DOI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Homestead Retention Dam built?
Homestead Retention Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Homestead Retention Dam?
Homestead Retention Dam 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.
When was Homestead Retention Dam last inspected?
Homestead Retention Dam was last inspected on July 24, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.