Ray
Key Takeaway
Ray is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.2% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 110 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | MT01249 |
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
BAR Z F RANCH INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ray?
Ray 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 Ray?
Ray is owned by BAR Z F RANCH INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ray built?
Ray was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Ray?
Ray 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 Ray?
Ray has a dam height of 12 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.