Montana Swims may be Altitude Adjusted as follows :
Times achieved at an altitude of 3, 000 feet or above may be adjusted by the seconds indicated below:
| Event Distance | 3000-4250 feet | 4251-6500 feet | above 6500 feet |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200 | 0.5 seconds | 1.2 seconds | 1.6 seconds |
| 400M or 500Y | 2.5 seconds | 5 seconds | 7 seconds |
| 800 Free Relay | 2 seconds | 4.8 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| 800M or 1000Y | 5 seconds | 10 seconds | 15 seconds |
| 1500M or 1650Y | 11 seconds | 23 seconds | 32.5 seconds |
| Cities : |
Billings
Great Falls
Helena
Kalispell
Missoula
Polson
Whitefish
|
Bozeman Butte |
- Subtract the time indicated above from the actual time achieved at altitude. This is the time to be used on the entry form and seeding will be based on that time. Information relative to the adjustment accompanying the entry form must include name of swimmer, event, date of performance, elevation location, actual time, corrected time, and signature of coach.
- A swimmer or relay may use the above adjustments to meet the national qualifying time standard and seeding will be based upon that time.
Taken from the 2006 USAS Rules Article 207.10.5
MT City Elevations and Altitude Adjustment Information PDF
