Heapby Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Heapby Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 18.8% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | MT01375 |
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
DONALD W BECK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Heapby Reservoir?
Heapby Reservoir 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 Heapby Reservoir?
Heapby Reservoir is owned by DONALD W BECK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Heapby Reservoir built?
Heapby Reservoir was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Heapby Reservoir?
Heapby Reservoir 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 Heapby Reservoir?
Heapby Reservoir has a dam height of 15 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.