Chabot Reservoir Dam #2

TR-BUTTE CREEK· Daniels, Montana· Built 1999· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Chabot Reservoir Dam #2 is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 0.5% in MT)
Dam Length613 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage160 acre-ft
Normal Storage73 acre-ft
Surface Area36 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge9 cfs
Year Completed1999 (27 years old)
NID IDMT03843

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DNRC

Ownership

DALE CHABOT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Chabot Reservoir Dam #2?

Chabot Reservoir Dam #2 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 Chabot Reservoir Dam #2?

Chabot Reservoir Dam #2 is owned by DALE CHABOT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Chabot Reservoir Dam #2 built?

Chabot Reservoir Dam #2 was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Chabot Reservoir Dam #2?

Chabot Reservoir Dam #2 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Chabot Reservoir Dam #2?

Chabot Reservoir Dam #2 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.