Old Dibbler Ret. Dam
Key Takeaway
Old Dibbler Ret. Dam is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 959 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 287 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 287 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 57 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1912 (114 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1994 |
| NID ID | MT03930 |
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
DOI BLM
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Old Dibbler Ret. Dam?
Old Dibbler Ret. Dam 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 Old Dibbler Ret. Dam?
Old Dibbler Ret. Dam is owned by DOI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Old Dibbler Ret. Dam built?
Old Dibbler Ret. Dam was completed in 1912, making it 114 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 Old Dibbler Ret. Dam?
Old Dibbler Ret. Dam 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.
When was Old Dibbler Ret. Dam last inspected?
Old Dibbler Ret. Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.