Upper Prairie Goat Det. Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Prairie Goat Det. Dam is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 361 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 134 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00637 |
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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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Upper Prairie Goat Det. Dam?
Upper Prairie Goat Det. 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 Upper Prairie Goat Det. Dam?
Upper Prairie Goat Det. Dam is owned by DOI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Prairie Goat Det. Dam built?
Upper Prairie Goat Det. Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Upper Prairie Goat Det. Dam?
Upper Prairie Goat Det. 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 Upper Prairie Goat Det. Dam last inspected?
Upper Prairie Goat Det. Dam was last inspected on August 19, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.