Swift (Prairie)
Key Takeaway
Swift (Prairie) is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 95.1% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 189 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00490 |
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
RICHARD JANITELL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Swift (Prairie)?
Swift (Prairie) 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 Swift (Prairie)?
Swift (Prairie) is owned by RICHARD JANITELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Swift (Prairie) built?
Swift (Prairie) was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Swift (Prairie)?
Swift (Prairie) serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Swift (Prairie)?
Swift (Prairie) has a dam height of 40 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.