Carter Pond, Lower (Fergus)
Key Takeaway
Carter Pond, Lower (Fergus) is classified as significant hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 61.7% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 273 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 141 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00940 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CLARK E CARTER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carter Pond, Lower (Fergus)?
Carter Pond, Lower (Fergus) is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Carter Pond, Lower (Fergus)?
Carter Pond, Lower (Fergus) is owned by CLARK E CARTER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carter Pond, Lower (Fergus) built?
Carter Pond, Lower (Fergus) was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Carter Pond, Lower (Fergus)?
Carter Pond, Lower (Fergus) serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Carter Pond, Lower (Fergus)?
Carter Pond, Lower (Fergus) has a dam height of 21 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.