Hall (Custer)
Key Takeaway
Hall (Custer) is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 36.9% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 930 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00106 |
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
FLF YELLOWSTONE, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hall (Custer)?
Hall (Custer) 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 Hall (Custer)?
Hall (Custer) is owned by FLF YELLOWSTONE, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hall (Custer) built?
Hall (Custer) was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Hall (Custer)?
Hall (Custer) 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 Hall (Custer)?
Hall (Custer) 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.