West Fork Bitterroot (Painted Rocks)
Montana, Ravalli County, WEST FORK OF BITTERROOT
Location
| State | Montana |
| County | Ravalli |
| River | WEST FORK OF BITTERROOT |
| Coordinates | 45.71740, -114.28140 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 143 ft |
| Dam Height | 143 ft |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| NID Storage | 45,100 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 45,100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 655 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | June 18, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1940 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | STATE WATER PROJECTS |
| Other Name | Painted Rocks |
Location Map
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.