Stephens

BENNETT COULEE· Blaine, Montana· Built 1966· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Stephens is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 18.8% in MT)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage193 acre-ft
Normal Storage99 acre-ft
Drainage Area7 sq mi
Max Discharge563 cfs
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDMT00046

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

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

Ownership

AUDREY/LEONARD JUNGERS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stephens?

Stephens 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 Stephens?

Stephens is owned by AUDREY/LEONARD JUNGERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stephens built?

Stephens was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Stephens?

Stephens 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 Stephens?

Stephens has a dam height of 15 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.