Snow White
Key Takeaway
Snow White is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 15.6% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 1,320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 228 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 43 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | MT03053 |
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
CHARLES OLESON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Snow White?
Snow White 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 Snow White?
Snow White is owned by CHARLES OLESON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Snow White built?
Snow White was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Snow White?
Snow White 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 Snow White?
Snow White has a dam height of 14 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.