Sugar
Key Takeaway
Sugar is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 94.3% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 510 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | MT02982 |
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
GORDON CATTLE CO
Private
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Low Hazard 15 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Sugar?
Sugar 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 Sugar?
Sugar is owned by GORDON CATTLE CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sugar built?
Sugar was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Sugar?
Sugar serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sugar?
Sugar has a dam height of 38 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.