Sheepland
Key Takeaway
Sheepland is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 18.8% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | MT02740 |
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
RICKEY R. DOWNS & STEPHANIE J. DOWNS TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sheepland?
Sheepland 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 Sheepland?
Sheepland is owned by RICKEY R. DOWNS & STEPHANIE J. DOWNS TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sheepland built?
Sheepland was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Sheepland?
Sheepland 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 Sheepland?
Sheepland 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.