Wm Knight #2

THIRD CREEK· Phillips, Montana· Built 1942· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Wm Knight #2 is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1942 and is 84 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 82.7% in MT)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage77 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Year Completed1942 (84 years old)
NID IDMT02811

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

LEE/FRANCIS JACOBS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wm Knight #2?

Wm Knight #2 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 Wm Knight #2?

Wm Knight #2 is owned by LEE/FRANCIS JACOBS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Wm Knight #2 built?

Wm Knight #2 was completed in 1942, making it 84 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 Wm Knight #2?

Wm Knight #2 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Wm Knight #2?

Wm Knight #2 has a dam height of 30 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.