Caruthers Lake
Key Takeaway
Caruthers Lake is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 8.4% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 373 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 143 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00532 |
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
Tamcke Brothers
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Caruthers Lake?
Caruthers Lake 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 Caruthers Lake?
Caruthers Lake is owned by Tamcke Brothers (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Caruthers Lake built?
Caruthers Lake was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Caruthers Lake?
Caruthers Lake 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 Caruthers Lake?
Caruthers Lake has a dam height of 11 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.