Over The Hill Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Over The Hill Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 44.5% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 338 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 208 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | MT01554 |
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
WESTLEY H BAIRD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Over The Hill Reservoir?
Over The Hill Reservoir 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 Over The Hill Reservoir?
Over The Hill Reservoir is owned by WESTLEY H BAIRD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Over The Hill Reservoir built?
Over The Hill Reservoir was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Over The Hill Reservoir?
Over The Hill Reservoir 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 Over The Hill Reservoir?
Over The Hill Reservoir has a dam height of 20 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.