Skorupa
Key Takeaway
Skorupa is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.5% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 75 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | MT01130 |
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
BERLAND & BERLAND
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Skorupa?
Skorupa 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 Skorupa?
Skorupa is owned by BERLAND & BERLAND (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Skorupa built?
Skorupa was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Skorupa?
Skorupa 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 Skorupa?
Skorupa has a dam height of 8 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.