Swan Dam

Toole, Montana· Built 2003· Gravity·
Low Hazard Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Swan Dam is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length713 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage363 acre-ft
Surface Area65 acres
Year Completed2003 (23 years old)
NID IDMT03944

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
Last Inspection: July 21, 2020
State Regulated: No

Ownership

DOI BLM

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Swan Dam?

Swan Dam 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 Swan Dam?

Swan Dam is owned by DOI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Swan Dam built?

Swan Dam was completed in 2003, making it 23 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Swan Dam last inspected?

Swan Dam was last inspected on July 21, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.