Wilde

TR-SHOTGUN CREEK· Roosevelt, Montana· Built 1942· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Wilde is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1942 and is 84 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 44.5% in MT)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage69 acre-ft
Normal Storage28 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Year Completed1942 (84 years old)
NID IDMT02555

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
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DNRC

Ownership

WILLARD W WILDE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wilde?

Wilde 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 Wilde?

Wilde is owned by WILLARD W WILDE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Wilde built?

Wilde was completed in 1942, making it 84 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 Wilde?

Wilde 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 Wilde?

Wilde has a dam height of 20 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.

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.