Anita
Key Takeaway
Anita is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 95.4% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 1,050 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 570 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00567 |
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
RECLAMATION
Federal Government
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Anita?
Anita 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 Anita?
Anita is owned by RECLAMATION (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Anita built?
Anita was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Anita?
Anita 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 Anita?
Anita has a dam height of 42 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.
When was Anita last inspected?
Anita was last inspected on September 28, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.