Boot Lake Dam, located in Twin Bridges, Montana, is a private irrigation dam on Birch Creek that was completed in 1912.
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With a dam height of 27 feet and a storage capacity of 1150 acre-feet, the dam serves the primary purpose of irrigation in the region. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 19 feet, and it has a high hazard potential due to its condition assessment being "Not Rated".
Despite being privately owned, Boot Lake Dam is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) and undergoes regular state inspections and enforcement. The dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, but its emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk management measures are currently not available. As a vital water resource structure in the area, Boot Lake Dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow for agricultural purposes and maintaining the stability of Birch Creek.
Year Completed |
1912 |
Dam Length |
283 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
BIRCH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
31 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
3 |
Nid Storage |
1150 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Dinner Station Campground and Picnic Area
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Birch Creek Cabin
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Price Creek
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Price Creek Campground
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Grasshopper Campground and Picnic Area
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Mono Creek
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