Keogh
Key Takeaway
Keogh is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 82.7% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 519 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00219 |
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
U.S. D.O.I. F.W.S.
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Keogh?
Keogh 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 Keogh?
Keogh is owned by U.S. D.O.I. F.W.S. (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Keogh built?
Keogh was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Keogh?
Keogh 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 Keogh?
Keogh 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.