Krezelok
Key Takeaway
Krezelok is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 18.8% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 450 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00303 |
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
MANGAS CATTLE COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Krezelok?
Krezelok 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 Krezelok?
Krezelok is owned by MANGAS CATTLE COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Krezelok built?
Krezelok was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Krezelok?
Krezelok 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 Krezelok?
Krezelok 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.