D'Ewart
Key Takeaway
D'Ewart is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 3.7% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 304 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 150 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00333 |
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
D'EWART RANCH INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of D'Ewart?
D'Ewart 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 D'Ewart?
D'Ewart is owned by D'EWART RANCH INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was D'Ewart built?
D'Ewart was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 D'Ewart?
D'Ewart 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 D'Ewart?
D'Ewart has a dam height of 10 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.