Kielman
Key Takeaway
Kielman is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 82.7% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 189 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | MT02545 |
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
MOGAN RANCH INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kielman?
Kielman 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 Kielman?
Kielman is owned by MOGAN RANCH INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kielman built?
Kielman was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Kielman?
Kielman 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 Kielman?
Kielman 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.