Lower Elliot Lake
Key Takeaway
Lower Elliot Lake is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1924 and is 102 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 3.7% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 105 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1924 (102 years old) |
| NID ID | MT01142 |
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
Tamcke Brothers
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lower Elliot Lake?
Lower Elliot Lake 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 Lower Elliot Lake?
Lower Elliot Lake is owned by Tamcke Brothers (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lower Elliot Lake built?
Lower Elliot Lake was completed in 1924, making it 102 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 Lower Elliot Lake?
Lower Elliot Lake 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 Lower Elliot Lake?
Lower Elliot Lake has a dam height of 10 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.