Hofer 1

SNOW COULEE· Liberty, Montana· Built 1977· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Hofer 1 is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 63.5% in MT)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage85 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge313 cfs
Year Completed1977 (49 years old)
NID IDMT01583

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DNRC

Ownership

HOFER BROS.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hofer 1?

Hofer 1 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 Hofer 1?

Hofer 1 is owned by HOFER BROS. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hofer 1 built?

Hofer 1 was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Hofer 1?

Hofer 1 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 Hofer 1?

Hofer 1 has a dam height of 22 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.