Little Bear/Us #37 Dam
Key Takeaway
Little Bear/Us #37 Dam is classified as low hazard in Montana. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 383 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 208 acres |
| Drainage Area | 18 sq mi |
| NID ID | MT02236 |
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
DOI BLM
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Little Bear/Us #37 Dam?
Little Bear/Us #37 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 Little Bear/Us #37 Dam?
Little Bear/Us #37 Dam is owned by DOI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Little Bear/Us #37 Dam?
Little Bear/Us #37 Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Little Bear/Us #37 Dam last inspected?
Little Bear/Us #37 Dam was last inspected on November 9, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.