High Lake, located in Ravalli, Montana, is a vital water resource managed by the local government for irrigation purposes.
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Built in 1938 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth dam stands at 30 feet high and stretches 500 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 743 acre-feet. The lake covers an area of 44 acres and is fed by the TR-BLODGETT CREEK.
With its uncontrolled spillway and high hazard potential, High Lake poses a moderate risk (3) in terms of emergency preparedness and risk management. Despite not being rated for its condition assessment, the dam is regulated and inspected by the DNRC in Montana. Its location in a picturesque setting and historical significance make High Lake a fascinating site for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and study.
Year Completed |
1938 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BLODGETT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
44 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
743 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
30 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Blodgett Canyon Campground
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Blodgett Campground
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Schumaker
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Schumaker Campground
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Bear Creek Pass Campground
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Blodgett Lake Dam, Sec. 27, T6N, R23W To S-B Wilderness Boundary, Sec. 17, T6N, R21W
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
Lick Creek Bridge, Sec. 18, T4N, R21W To Bear Creek Pass, Sec. 5, T4N, R23W And Twin Lakes Dam, Sec. 29, T5N, R23W