Big Sky County Wastewater Pond3 dam
Big Sky County Wastewater Pond3
Big Sky County Wastewater Pond3, located in Gallatin, Montana, is a crucial water resource managed by the local government. Completed in 1997, this Earth dam stands at a height of 22 feet and has a storage capacity of 60.1 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of 'Other', this offstream structure plays a vital role in wastewater management for the city of Big Sky.
Despite its importance, the dam poses a high hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition. The last inspection took place in December 2007, highlighting the need for regular monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and functionality of the structure. Managed by the Montana Department of Environmental Quality, the dam is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement measures to uphold its integrity and protect the surrounding environment.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the significance of structures like Big Sky County Wastewater Pond3 is crucial for sustainable water management practices. By staying informed about the condition and regulatory oversight of such facilities, we can work towards safeguarding our water resources for future generations and mitigating the impacts of climate change on our communities.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Big Sky County Wastewater Pond3 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Gallatin River Near Gallatin Gateway Mt | 1,050 cfs | → |
| Madison River Ab Powerplant Nr Mcallister Mt | 230 cfs | → |
| Madison River Near Cameron Mt | 851 cfs | → |
| Madison River Bl Ennis Lake Nr Mcallister Mt | 1,140 cfs | → |
| Hyalite C At Hyalite R S Nr Bozeman Mt | 47 cfs | → |
| Yellowstone River At Corwin Springs Mt | 5,050 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Big Sky County Wastewater Pond3.
Boat launches
- Carbella Boat Ramp
- Old Yellowstone Trail Park County
- Storey Ditch Boat Launch
- Madison County
- Trail Creek Day Use
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
- Beehive Lake
- Chilled Lakes
- Cottonwood Creek
- Ennis Fishing Access
- East Fork Hyalite Creek
- Blaine Spring Creek
Track Big Sky County Wastewater Pond3 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Big Sky County Wastewater Pond3
Where does the data for Big Sky County Wastewater Pond3 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Big Sky County Wastewater Pond3.