Bond Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bond Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 31.7% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 207 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 255 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00896 |
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
BEAVERHEAD WATER CO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bond Lake Dam?
Bond Lake 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 Bond Lake Dam?
Bond Lake Dam is owned by BEAVERHEAD WATER CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bond Lake Dam built?
Bond Lake Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Bond Lake Dam?
Bond Lake Dam 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 Bond Lake Dam?
Bond Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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.