Yellow Minni Stone
Key Takeaway
Yellow Minni Stone is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 44.5% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03770 |
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
CLARENCE GOEDER
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Yellow Minni Stone?
Yellow Minni Stone 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 Yellow Minni Stone?
Yellow Minni Stone is owned by CLARENCE GOEDER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Yellow Minni Stone built?
Yellow Minni Stone was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Yellow Minni Stone?
Yellow Minni Stone 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 Yellow Minni Stone?
Yellow Minni Stone 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.