Reinemer

HORSE CREEK· McCone, Montana· Built 1939· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Reinemer is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 36.9% in MT)
Dam Length900 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage171 acre-ft
Normal Storage99 acre-ft
Year Completed1939 (87 years old)
NID IDMT00975

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DNRC

Ownership

R_PHILIP REINEMER,_II

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Reinemer?

Reinemer 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 Reinemer?

Reinemer is owned by R_PHILIP REINEMER,_II (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Reinemer built?

Reinemer was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Reinemer?

Reinemer 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 Reinemer?

Reinemer has a dam height of 18 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.