Turner

LAIRD CREEK· Liberty, Montana· Built 1935· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Turner is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 18.8% in MT)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage62 acre-ft
Normal Storage32 acre-ft
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge216 cfs
Year Completed1935 (91 years old)
NID IDMT00313

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 1, 1962
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DNRC

Ownership

ROBERT TURNER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Turner?

Turner 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 Turner?

Turner is owned by ROBERT TURNER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Turner built?

Turner was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Turner?

Turner 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 Turner?

Turner 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.

When was Turner last inspected?

Turner was last inspected on January 1, 1962. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.