Jjjj Russ
Key Takeaway
Jjjj Russ is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 31.7% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 243 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03119 |
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
4 J RANCH INCORPORATED
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jjjj Russ?
Jjjj Russ 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 Jjjj Russ?
Jjjj Russ is owned by 4 J RANCH INCORPORATED (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jjjj Russ built?
Jjjj Russ was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Jjjj Russ?
Jjjj Russ 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 Jjjj Russ?
Jjjj Russ has a dam height of 16 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.