Whisker Dam
Key Takeaway
Whisker Dam is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 67.5% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 380 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 264 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,280 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | MT04003 |
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
STATE OF MONTANA, D.N.R.C., T.L.M.D.
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Whisker Dam?
Whisker Dam 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 Whisker Dam?
Whisker Dam is owned by STATE OF MONTANA, D.N.R.C., T.L.M.D. (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whisker Dam built?
Whisker Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Whisker Dam?
Whisker Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Whisker Dam?
Whisker Dam has a dam height of 24 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.