Private Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Private Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 82.7% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 171 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | MT02874 |
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
LAZY J D CATTLE CO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Private Reservoir?
Private Reservoir 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 Private Reservoir?
Private Reservoir is owned by LAZY J D CATTLE CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Private Reservoir built?
Private Reservoir was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Private Reservoir?
Private Reservoir 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 Private Reservoir?
Private Reservoir has a dam height of 30 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.