Lockie #7
Key Takeaway
Lockie #7 is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 31.7% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | MT01652 |
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
BARBARA_SUE/SA STINSON
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lockie #7?
Lockie #7 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 Lockie #7?
Lockie #7 is owned by BARBARA_SUE/SA STINSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lockie #7 built?
Lockie #7 was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Lockie #7?
Lockie #7 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 Lockie #7?
Lockie #7 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.