Chicken
Key Takeaway
Chicken is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 36.9% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 289 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | MT02707 |
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
HERBERT W SCHEIFLER
Private
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Low Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Chicken?
Chicken 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 Chicken?
Chicken is owned by HERBERT W SCHEIFLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chicken built?
Chicken was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Chicken?
Chicken serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Chicken?
Chicken has a dam height of 18 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.