Faber Cattle
Key Takeaway
Faber Cattle is classified as significant hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 95.4% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 272 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 782 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 447 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,667 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00189 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
FABER CATTLE CO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Faber Cattle?
Faber Cattle is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Faber Cattle?
Faber Cattle is owned by FABER CATTLE CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Faber Cattle built?
Faber Cattle was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Faber Cattle?
Faber Cattle 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 Faber Cattle?
Faber Cattle has a dam height of 42 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.