Puppie Tail
Key Takeaway
Puppie Tail is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 90.8% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 765 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00149 |
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
JOSEPH C MCDONALD
Private
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High Hazard 62 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Puppie Tail?
Puppie Tail 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 Puppie Tail?
Puppie Tail is owned by JOSEPH C MCDONALD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Puppie Tail built?
Puppie Tail was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Puppie Tail?
Puppie Tail 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 Puppie Tail?
Puppie Tail has a dam height of 32 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.