Chanlin
Key Takeaway
Chanlin is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 79.3% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | MT01297 |
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
DAN/KEITH KLUCK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Chanlin?
Chanlin 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 Chanlin?
Chanlin is owned by DAN/KEITH KLUCK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chanlin built?
Chanlin was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Chanlin?
Chanlin serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Chanlin?
Chanlin has a dam height of 27 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.