Hofer 2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hofer 1 Henry Dam #1
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Hofer 2 is a privately owned irrigation dam located in Toole, Montana, along the Snow Coulee river.
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Summary
Built in 1977 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam has a height of 22 feet and a maximum storage capacity of 90 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," Hofer 2 plays a crucial role in providing water for agricultural purposes in the region.
Managed by the DNRC and regulated by the state of Montana, Hofer 2 is subject to inspections, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations. The dam has a spillway width of 50 feet and a drainage area of 2.19 square miles, with a maximum discharge capacity of 313 cubic feet per second. Despite not having a designated risk assessment or emergency action plan, Hofer 2 continues to support the local irrigation needs while operating under state jurisdiction.
Located in Congressional District 00, Montana, Hofer 2 serves as a vital water resource infrastructure in the region. With its modest size and capacity, this irrigation dam contributes to the agricultural landscape of Toole County, showcasing the importance of water management and conservation in sustaining the local economy and ecosystem.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
335 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
SNOW COULEE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Drainage Area |
2.19 |
Nid Storage |
90 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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.
Hofer 2