West Fork Bitterroot (Painted Rocks)

Montana, Ravalli County, WEST FORK OF BITTERROOT

Location

StateMontana
CountyRavalli
RiverWEST FORK OF BITTERROOT
Coordinates45.71740, -114.28140

Physical Characteristics

NID Height143 ft
Dam Height143 ft
Dam Length800 ft
NID Storage45,100 acre-ft
Max Storage45,100 acre-ft
Surface Area655 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 18, 2024
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1940
Primary PurposeIrrigation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeState
OwnerSTATE WATER PROJECTS
Other NamePainted Rocks

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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