Pond No. 10
Key Takeaway
Pond No. 10 is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 90.2% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03772 |
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
PEABODY COAL CO
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Pond No. 10?
Pond No. 10 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 Pond No. 10?
Pond No. 10 is owned by PEABODY COAL CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pond No. 10 built?
Pond No. 10 was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Pond No. 10?
Pond No. 10 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pond No. 10?
Pond No. 10 has a dam height of 31 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.