Cain Dam
Key Takeaway
Cain Dam is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1901 and is 125 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 14.7% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 592 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1901 (125 years old) |
| NID ID | MT02605 |
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
FRED CAIN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cain Dam?
Cain 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 Cain Dam?
Cain Dam is owned by FRED CAIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cain Dam built?
Cain Dam was completed in 1901, making it 125 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 Cain Dam?
Cain 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 Cain Dam?
Cain Dam has a dam height of 13 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.