Glasgow Sewage Lagoon
Key Takeaway
Glasgow Sewage Lagoon is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.9% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 3,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 189 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | MT01405 |
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 GLASGOW
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Glasgow Sewage Lagoon?
Glasgow 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 Glasgow Sewage Lagoon?
Glasgow Sewage Lagoon is owned by CITY OF GLASGOW (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Glasgow Sewage Lagoon built?
Glasgow Sewage Lagoon was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Glasgow Sewage Lagoon?
Glasgow Sewage Lagoon 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 Glasgow Sewage Lagoon?
Glasgow Sewage Lagoon has a dam height of 9 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.