Big Sky County Wastewater Pond1
Key Takeaway
Big Sky County Wastewater Pond1 is classified as high hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is other. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 67.5% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 1,760 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03827 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BIG SKY COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Big Sky County Wastewater Pond1?
Big Sky County Wastewater Pond1 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Big Sky County Wastewater Pond1?
Big Sky County Wastewater Pond1 is owned by BIG SKY COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Sky County Wastewater Pond1 built?
Big Sky County Wastewater Pond1 was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Big Sky County Wastewater Pond1?
Big Sky County Wastewater Pond1 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Big Sky County Wastewater Pond1?
Big Sky County Wastewater Pond1 has a dam height of 24 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 Big Sky County Wastewater Pond1 last inspected?
Big Sky County Wastewater Pond1 was last inspected on December 18, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.