Smurfit-Stone Container Storage Ponds

OFFSTREAM· Missoula, Montana· Earth· 25 ft tall
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Smurfit-Stone Container Storage Ponds is classified as significant hazard in Montana. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 70.3% in MT)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.4K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.3K acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDMT03960

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DNRC

Ownership

SMURFIT-STONE CONTAINER

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Smurfit-Stone Container Storage Ponds?

Smurfit-Stone Container Storage Ponds is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Smurfit-Stone Container Storage Ponds?

Smurfit-Stone Container Storage Ponds is owned by SMURFIT-STONE CONTAINER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Smurfit-Stone Container Storage Ponds?

Smurfit-Stone Container Storage Ponds has a dam height of 25 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.