Ha-Choo Reservoir Report
Nearby: O'Haire Kimmett - Kleinert
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Ha-Choo is a privately owned earth dam located in Toole County, Montana, specifically in the city of Galata.
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Summary
Completed in 1908, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and as a small fish pond. With a height of 8 feet and a length of 75 feet, Ha-Choo has a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 13 acre-feet.
Managed by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Ha-Choo is regulated and inspected by the state to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam's condition has not been officially rated. The dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, but it meets state regulatory requirements for permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
Situated in Congressional District 00 of Montana, Ha-Choo is a modest yet essential water resource for the local community. Its historical significance, combined with its practical uses, makes it a noteworthy structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and conservation of water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1908 |
Dam Length |
75 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
DIFFUSED SURFACE WATER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Nid Storage |
54 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
8 |
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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.
Ha-Choo