Sanburn Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Sanburn Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 90.2% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 185 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 364 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 215 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | MT01808 |
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
SANBURN RANCH INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sanburn Reservoir?
Sanburn Reservoir 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 Sanburn Reservoir?
Sanburn Reservoir is owned by SANBURN RANCH INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sanburn Reservoir built?
Sanburn Reservoir was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Sanburn Reservoir?
Sanburn Reservoir 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 Sanburn Reservoir?
Sanburn Reservoir 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.