Kimmett - Kleinert
Key Takeaway
Kimmett - Kleinert is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 79.3% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 161 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 313 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | MT01587 |
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
ALOIE KIMMET-WN KLEINERT
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Kimmett - Kleinert?
Kimmett - Kleinert 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 Kimmett - Kleinert?
Kimmett - Kleinert is owned by ALOIE KIMMET-WN KLEINERT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kimmett - Kleinert built?
Kimmett - Kleinert was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Kimmett - Kleinert?
Kimmett - Kleinert 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 Kimmett - Kleinert?
Kimmett - Kleinert has a dam height of 27 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.