Wilke Dam
Key Takeaway
Wilke Dam is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 31.7% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1912 (114 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03803 |
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
LESTER WILKE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wilke Dam?
Wilke 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 Wilke Dam?
Wilke Dam is owned by LESTER WILKE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wilke Dam built?
Wilke Dam was completed in 1912, making it 114 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 Wilke Dam?
Wilke 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.
How tall is Wilke Dam?
Wilke Dam has a dam height of 16 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.