Located in Petroleum County, Montana, the Felt Coulee Dam, also known as De Stewart #1, is a private irrigation structure designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1971.
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The dam is situated on the TR-Box Elder Creek and serves the primary purpose of irrigation. With a dam height of 19.1 feet and a storage capacity of 129 acre-feet, this earth dam plays a crucial role in water management in the region.
Owned privately and regulated by the DNRC, the Felt Coulee Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as 'Not Rated' in terms of condition assessment. The dam's spillway width is 204 feet, with a maximum discharge capacity of 1000 cubic feet per second. Despite not being under the USACE jurisdiction, the Felt Coulee Dam remains an integral part of the local water infrastructure, ensuring the efficient distribution of water for agricultural purposes.
As a significant asset in the irrigation landscape of Montana, the Felt Coulee Dam stands as a testament to the collaboration between private owners and regulatory agencies in maintaining water resources for the benefit of the community. With its strategic location and functional design, this dam continues to play a vital role in supporting agriculture and water management in the region.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
680 |
Dam Height |
19.1 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BOX ELDER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
16.8 |
Drainage Area |
1.91 |
Nid Storage |
129 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
19 |