Cain
Key Takeaway
Cain is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 44.5% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 450 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00379 |
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
QUENTIN INDRELAND
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cain?
Cain 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?
Cain is owned by QUENTIN INDRELAND (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cain built?
Cain was completed in 1965, making it 61 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?
Cain 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?
Cain has a dam height of 20 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.