Bigfork Diversion Dam

Montana — Flathead County — Swan River

Location

StateMontana
CountyFlathead
RiverSwan River
Coordinates48.06220, -114.05270

Physical Characteristics

NID Height22 ft
Dam Height22 ft
Dam Length92 ft
NID Storage109 acre-ft
Max Storage
Surface Area73 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 4, 2025
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1910
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeGravity
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerPacifiCorp
Other NameBig Fork Project

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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