Soap Creek
Key Takeaway
Soap Creek is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 70.3% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 222 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 132 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00870 |
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
SOAP CREEK CATTLE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Soap Creek?
Soap Creek 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 Soap Creek?
Soap Creek is owned by SOAP CREEK CATTLE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Soap Creek built?
Soap Creek was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Soap Creek?
Soap Creek 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 Soap Creek?
Soap Creek 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.