Summary
Completed in 1950, this earth dam serves primarily for fire protection and stock, as well as a small fish pond. With a dam height of 16 feet and a storage capacity of 66 acre-feet, Box Office has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition.
Situated in a diffused surface water system, Box Office has a maximum discharge of 200 cubic feet per second and a spillway width of 50 feet. The dam covers a drainage area of 1.25 square miles and is located in Congressional District 00, Montana, represented by Greg Gianforte. Despite not having undergone recent inspections or assessments, Box Office remains a vital structure for water resource management in the region, contributing to fire protection and stock maintenance.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Box Office represents a significant earth dam in Montana, providing essential functions for fire protection and stock maintenance. As a privately owned structure regulated by the DNRC, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in Hill County. With its low hazard potential and historical significance dating back to 1950, Box Office stands as a testament to the importance of water infrastructure in sustaining local ecosystems and communities.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
100 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
DIFFUSED SURFACE WATER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Drainage Area |
1.25 |
Nid Storage |
66 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
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Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Box Office