Widgeon Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Widgeon Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.2% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 1,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 530 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 135 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,793 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00647 |
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
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Widgeon Pond Dam?
Widgeon Pond 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 Widgeon Pond Dam?
Widgeon Pond Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Widgeon Pond Dam built?
Widgeon Pond Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Widgeon Pond Dam?
Widgeon Pond Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Widgeon Pond Dam?
Widgeon Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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.
When was Widgeon Pond Dam last inspected?
Widgeon Pond Dam was last inspected on August 30, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.