Beley Pond
Key Takeaway
Beley Pond is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 15.6% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 275 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | MT01396 |
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
GARY C BELEY_ET
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Beley Pond?
Beley Pond 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 Beley Pond?
Beley Pond is owned by GARY C BELEY_ET (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beley Pond built?
Beley Pond was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Beley Pond?
Beley Pond 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 Beley Pond?
Beley Pond has a dam height of 14 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.