Homesteaders Settlement
Key Takeaway
Homesteaders Settlement is classified as significant hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 82.7% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 166 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03355 |
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
DOROTHY/GUY WILLSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Homesteaders Settlement?
Homesteaders Settlement 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 Homesteaders Settlement?
Homesteaders Settlement is owned by DOROTHY/GUY WILLSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Homesteaders Settlement built?
Homesteaders Settlement was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Homesteaders Settlement?
Homesteaders Settlement 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 Homesteaders Settlement?
Homesteaders Settlement has a dam height of 30 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.