Killenbeck Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Killenbeck Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 70.3% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 152 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00216 |
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
STEPHEN AND DIANA CARNEY
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Killenbeck Reservoir?
Killenbeck Reservoir 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 Killenbeck Reservoir?
Killenbeck Reservoir is owned by STEPHEN AND DIANA CARNEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Killenbeck Reservoir built?
Killenbeck Reservoir was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Killenbeck Reservoir?
Killenbeck Reservoir serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Killenbeck Reservoir?
Killenbeck Reservoir 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.