Sagittaurius
Key Takeaway
Sagittaurius is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.2% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 291 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 440 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03652 |
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
STATE OF MONTANA, D.N.R.C., T.L.M.D.
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sagittaurius?
Sagittaurius 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 Sagittaurius?
Sagittaurius is owned by STATE OF MONTANA, D.N.R.C., T.L.M.D. (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sagittaurius built?
Sagittaurius was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Sagittaurius?
Sagittaurius serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sagittaurius?
Sagittaurius has a dam height of 12 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.