Wildhorse Pasture
Key Takeaway
Wildhorse Pasture 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 | 20 ft (taller than 44.5% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 293 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 220 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00063 |
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
BILL GILLIN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wildhorse Pasture?
Wildhorse Pasture 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 Wildhorse Pasture?
Wildhorse Pasture is owned by BILL GILLIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wildhorse Pasture built?
Wildhorse Pasture 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 Wildhorse Pasture?
Wildhorse Pasture 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 Wildhorse Pasture?
Wildhorse Pasture 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.