Rosecraze
Key Takeaway
Rosecraze is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 44.5% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00097 |
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
ARTHUR ROSENCRANZ
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rosecraze?
Rosecraze 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 Rosecraze?
Rosecraze is owned by ARTHUR ROSENCRANZ (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rosecraze built?
Rosecraze was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Rosecraze?
Rosecraze 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 Rosecraze?
Rosecraze 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.