Cut Bank Sewage Lagoon
Key Takeaway
Cut Bank Sewage Lagoon is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.2% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 2,740 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | MT01419 |
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
CITY OF CUT BANK
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Cut Bank Sewage Lagoon?
Cut Bank Sewage Lagoon 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 Cut Bank Sewage Lagoon?
Cut Bank Sewage Lagoon is owned by CITY OF CUT BANK (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cut Bank Sewage Lagoon built?
Cut Bank Sewage Lagoon was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Cut Bank Sewage Lagoon?
Cut Bank Sewage Lagoon serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cut Bank Sewage Lagoon?
Cut Bank Sewage Lagoon has a dam height of 12 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.