Wolf Point Sewage Lagoon
Key Takeaway
Wolf Point Sewage Lagoon is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.5% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 4,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 384 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | MT01408 |
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
CITY OF WOLF POINT
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Wolf Point Sewage Lagoon?
Wolf Point Sewage Lagoon 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 Wolf Point Sewage Lagoon?
Wolf Point Sewage Lagoon is owned by CITY OF WOLF POINT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wolf Point Sewage Lagoon built?
Wolf Point Sewage Lagoon was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Wolf Point Sewage Lagoon?
Wolf Point Sewage Lagoon 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 Wolf Point Sewage Lagoon?
Wolf Point Sewage Lagoon has a dam height of 8 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.