Klatt

Wall Creek· Madison, Montana· Built 1949· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Klatt is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 31.7% in MT)
Dam Length152 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage56 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge156 cfs
Year Completed1949 (77 years old)
NID IDMT01278

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

A.B. And S.B. Kelly

Private

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Klatt?

Klatt 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 Klatt?

Klatt is owned by A.B. And S.B. Kelly (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Klatt built?

Klatt was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Klatt?

Klatt 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 Klatt?

Klatt 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.