Shotgun Creek Dike #3
Key Takeaway
Shotgun Creek Dike #3 is classified as significant hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.5% in MT) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03957 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
STATE WATER PROJECTS
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Shotgun Creek Dike #3?
Shotgun Creek Dike #3 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Shotgun Creek Dike #3?
Shotgun Creek Dike #3 is owned by STATE WATER PROJECTS (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shotgun Creek Dike #3 built?
Shotgun Creek Dike #3 was completed in 1930, making it 96 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Shotgun Creek Dike #3?
Shotgun Creek Dike #3 has a dam height of 8 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.