Hook #70
Key Takeaway
Hook #70 is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 79.3% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | MT01756 |
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
HOOK RANCH
Private
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Low Hazard 18 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Hook #70?
Hook #70 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 Hook #70?
Hook #70 is owned by HOOK RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hook #70 built?
Hook #70 was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Hook #70?
Hook #70 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 Hook #70?
Hook #70 has a dam height of 27 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.