Fergus County #1
Key Takeaway
Fergus County #1 is classified as low hazard in Montana. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 70.3% in MT) |
| Max Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | MT03971 |
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
FERGUS COUNTY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Fergus County #1?
Fergus County #1 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 Fergus County #1?
Fergus County #1 is owned by FERGUS COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Fergus County #1?
Fergus County #1 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 Fergus County #1?
Fergus County #1 has a dam height of 25 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.