Ruff Creek Retention Dam
Key Takeaway
Ruff Creek Retention Dam is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 715 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00649 |
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
DOI BLM
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Ruff Creek Retention Dam?
Ruff Creek Retention Dam 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 Ruff Creek Retention Dam?
Ruff Creek Retention Dam is owned by DOI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ruff Creek Retention Dam built?
Ruff Creek Retention Dam was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Ruff Creek Retention Dam?
Ruff Creek Retention Dam 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.
When was Ruff Creek Retention Dam last inspected?
Ruff Creek Retention Dam was last inspected on July 24, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.