Rocky Mountain High
Key Takeaway
Rocky Mountain High is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 44.5% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 568 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03642 |
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
CARL T DAHLEN
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Rocky Mountain High?
Rocky Mountain High 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 Rocky Mountain High?
Rocky Mountain High is owned by CARL T DAHLEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rocky Mountain High built?
Rocky Mountain High was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Rocky Mountain High?
Rocky Mountain High 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 Rocky Mountain High?
Rocky Mountain High has a dam height of 20 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.