Summary
Built in 1961 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 48 feet and has a length of 690 feet. It serves the primary purpose of irrigation, providing water storage of up to 641 acre-feet with a normal storage capacity of 430 acre-feet.
Situated on the TR-Teton River, Booth (Chouteau) Dam is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of 'Not Rated', this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. The dam's spillway width of 60 feet allows for a maximum discharge of 660 cubic feet per second in times of high water flow.
Although not rated for condition assessment, Booth (Chouteau) Dam remains an important infrastructure for irrigation in the area, contributing significantly to the agricultural activities in Chouteau County. With its strategic location and functional design, this dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Montana.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
690 |
Dam Height |
48 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TETON RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
48 |
Drainage Area |
10 |
Nid Storage |
641 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
48 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Missouri River At Fort Benton Mt
|
4720cfs |
Marias River Near Loma Mt
|
335cfs |
Teton River At Loma Mt
|
30cfs |
Missouri River Near Great Falls Mt
|
3530cfs |
Missouri River At Virgelle Mt
|
4290cfs |
Belt Creek Near Monarch Mt
|
14cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Booth (Chouteau)