Lavold Dam
Key Takeaway
Lavold Dam is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1913 and is 113 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.5% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 526 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1913 (113 years old) |
| NID ID | MT02709 |
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
OLE OIESTAD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lavold Dam?
Lavold Dam 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 Lavold Dam?
Lavold Dam is owned by OLE OIESTAD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lavold Dam built?
Lavold Dam was completed in 1913, making it 113 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 Lavold Dam?
Lavold Dam 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 Lavold Dam?
Lavold Dam has a dam height of 8 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.