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Upper Twin Lakes, located in Ravalli County, Montana, is a man-made reservoir primarily used for irrigation purposes.
Constructed in 1964 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet and has a storage capacity of 220 acre-feet. The dam spans 450 feet in length and is situated on Lost Horse Creek, with a surface area of 31 acres and a drainage area of 1 square mile.
Despite being regulated by the DNRC and rated as having low hazard potential, Upper Twin Lakes has not undergone a recent condition assessment. The spillway, with a width of 13 feet, is uncontrolled, and the dam is categorized as having a moderate risk level. The last inspection dates back to 1989, raising questions about the current state of the dam's infrastructure and safety measures. With its picturesque location and historical significance, Upper Twin Lakes presents an opportunity for further exploration and evaluation by water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
LOST HORSE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
31 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
220 |
Structural Height |
14 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
14 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Schumaker
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Schumaker Campground
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Bear Creek Pass Campground
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Elk Summit Campground
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Elk Summit
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Three Frogs Campground
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Blodgett Lake Dam, Sec. 27, T6N, R23W To S-B Wilderness Boundary, Sec. 17, T6N, R21W
Lick Creek Bridge, Sec. 18, T4N, R21W To Bear Creek Pass, Sec. 5, T4N, R23W And Twin Lakes Dam, Sec. 29, T5N, R23W
S-B Boundary, Sec. 17, T6N, R21W To Westside Of Blodgett Campground, Sec. 17, T6N, R22W
West Side Blodgett Campground, Sec. 17, T6N, R21W To Bitterroot Forest Boundary, Sec. 17, T6N, R21W
Selway River, Sec. 16, T31N, R13E To Headwaters
32nd Street to Smelter