Ratzburg'S Army
Key Takeaway
Ratzburg'S Army is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 70.3% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03640 |
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
DAYLE RATZBURG FARMS INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ratzburg'S Army?
Ratzburg'S Army 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 Ratzburg'S Army?
Ratzburg'S Army is owned by DAYLE RATZBURG FARMS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ratzburg'S Army built?
Ratzburg'S Army 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 Ratzburg'S Army?
Ratzburg'S Army 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 Ratzburg'S Army?
Ratzburg'S Army has a dam height of 25 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.