Ha-Choo
Key Takeaway
Ha-Choo is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1908 and is 118 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.5% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 75 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1908 (118 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03628 |
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
ROBERT ASCHIM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ha-Choo?
Ha-Choo 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 Ha-Choo?
Ha-Choo is owned by ROBERT ASCHIM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ha-Choo built?
Ha-Choo was completed in 1908, making it 118 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 Ha-Choo?
Ha-Choo 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 Ha-Choo?
Ha-Choo 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.