Three Dollar Bill
Key Takeaway
Three Dollar Bill is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 67.5% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03654 |
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
JOE W HAWKINS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Three Dollar Bill?
Three Dollar Bill 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 Three Dollar Bill?
Three Dollar Bill is owned by JOE W HAWKINS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Three Dollar Bill built?
Three Dollar Bill was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Three Dollar Bill?
Three Dollar Bill 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 Three Dollar Bill?
Three Dollar Bill has a dam height of 24 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.