Van Haur
Key Takeaway
Van Haur is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.2% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | MT01057 |
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
IRVIN D. VANHAUR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Van Haur?
Van Haur 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 Van Haur?
Van Haur is owned by IRVIN D. VANHAUR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Van Haur built?
Van Haur was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Van Haur?
Van Haur 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 Van Haur?
Van Haur has a dam height of 12 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.