Beaver Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Beaver Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 8.4% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 730 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,435 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03821 |
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
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Beaver Pond Dam?
Beaver Pond 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 Beaver Pond Dam?
Beaver Pond Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beaver Pond Dam built?
Beaver Pond Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Beaver Pond Dam?
Beaver Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Beaver Pond Dam?
Beaver Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Beaver Pond Dam last inspected?
Beaver Pond Dam was last inspected on October 5, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.