Crisafulli Lake, also known as Cottonwood Country Club Dam, is a private water resource located in Forest Park, Montana.
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This Earth type dam was completed in 1959 and serves primarily for irrigation purposes, with secondary benefits including recreation. The dam has a height of 21.8 feet and a hydraulic height of 20.3 feet, with a storage capacity of 133 acre-feet, making it a significant resource for the surrounding area.
Managed by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation, Crisafulli Lake is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced to ensure its safety and compliance with state jurisdiction. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 12 feet, and it has a high hazard potential, despite a satisfactory condition assessment as of December 2020. The dam is situated on TR-Yellowstone River, serving a drainage area of 4.5 square miles and posing a moderate risk level according to assessments.
With a location at S22 16N 55E, Crisafulli Lake plays a vital role in providing water for irrigation and recreation in the region. With its historical significance dating back to the late 1950s, the dam continues to be a key infrastructure asset in Dawson County, offering both opportunities for water resource management and potential risks that require ongoing monitoring and management.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
242 |
Dam Height |
21.8 |
River Or Stream |
TR-YELLOWSTONE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20.3 |
Drainage Area |
4.5 |
Nid Storage |
133 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
22 |
Yellowstone River At Glendive Mt
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6000cfs |
Beaver Creek Nr Trotters
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0cfs |
Redwater River At Circle Mt
|
6cfs |
Yellowstone River Near Sidney Mt
|
6130cfs |
Powder River Near Locate Mt
|
231cfs |
Little Missouri River At Medora
|
64cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Jaycee West City Park
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Glendive Campground
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Makoshika State Park
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Pine-on-the-Rock Campground
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