Cafe Mocha
Key Takeaway
Cafe Mocha is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 70.3% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03423 |
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
DANIEL J URS
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Cafe Mocha?
Cafe Mocha 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 Cafe Mocha?
Cafe Mocha is owned by DANIEL J URS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cafe Mocha built?
Cafe Mocha was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Cafe Mocha?
Cafe Mocha serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cafe Mocha?
Cafe Mocha has a dam height of 25 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.