Paul Huber

TR-WOLF CREEK· McCone, Montana· Built 1941· Earth· 26 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Paul Huber is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1941 and is 85 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 77.8% in MT)
Dam Length660 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage88 acre-ft
Normal Storage29 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1941 (85 years old)
NID IDMT02482

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

HUBER FARMS INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Paul Huber?

Paul Huber 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 Paul Huber?

Paul Huber is owned by HUBER FARMS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Paul Huber built?

Paul Huber was completed in 1941, making it 85 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 Paul Huber?

Paul Huber 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 Paul Huber?

Paul Huber has a dam height of 26 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.