Korneman
Key Takeaway
Korneman is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 18.8% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00923 |
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
DON KORNEMANN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Korneman?
Korneman 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 Korneman?
Korneman is owned by DON KORNEMANN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Korneman built?
Korneman was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Korneman?
Korneman serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Korneman?
Korneman has a dam height of 15 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.