Rock Springs
Key Takeaway
Rock Springs is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 18.8% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | MT02825 |
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
ALICE V BOZARTH
Private
Nearby Dams
Alay #2
Garfield, MT
Low Hazard 15 ftHaglof Reservoir
Garfield, MT
Low Hazard 15 ftAlay #1
Garfield, MT
Low Hazard 15 ftBoies
Rosebud, MT
Low Hazard 16 ftB-6 #4
Custer, MT
Low Hazard 16 ftFloodly
Garfield, MT
Low Hazard 12 ftVic Jay #1
Garfield, MT
Low Hazard 20 ftMc Rae #1
Rosebud, MT
Low Hazard 24 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Rock Springs?
Rock Springs 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 Rock Springs?
Rock Springs is owned by ALICE V BOZARTH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rock Springs built?
Rock Springs was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Rock Springs?
Rock Springs 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 Rock Springs?
Rock Springs has a dam height of 15 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.