Culver Springs Dam, located in Beaverhead, Montana, is a Federal-owned structure under the jurisdiction of the Fish and Wildlife Service.
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Built in 1959, this Earth dam serves the primary purpose of creating a Fish and Wildlife Pond along Hackett Creek. With a height of 9 feet and a length of 232 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 461 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 110 acre-feet and a surface area of 65 acres.
Despite its low hazard potential, Culver Springs Dam was assessed as unsatisfactory during its last inspection in August 2018. The dam features other controlled outlet gates and a spillway width of 36 feet. In 1988, the dam underwent modifications for both structural and other purposes. The surrounding area is at a low risk for inundation, and there are currently no Emergency Action Plans in place.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Culver Springs Dam presents an interesting case study in the management and maintenance of water infrastructure. With its unique design and purpose, this dam serves as a valuable resource for the local Fish and Wildlife Service, showcasing the intersection of environmental conservation and engineering practices. As efforts continue to ensure the safety and functionality of Culver Springs Dam, it remains a focal point for ongoing research and discussions in the field of water resource management.
Years Modified |
1988 - Other, 1988 - Structural |
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
232 |
Dam Height |
9 |
River Or Stream |
HACKETT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
65 |
Hydraulic Height |
7 |
Drainage Area |
1.2 |
Nid Storage |
461 |
Structural Height |
9 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
9 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Elk Lake Dispersed Camping and Picnic Area
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Upper Lake Campground
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Upper Lake
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Cliff Point Campground
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Cliff Point
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Hilltop
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Shakelford Homestead, Sec. 26, T12S, R1W To 1/2 Mi Below Landon Camp, Sec. 32, T12S, R1W
1/2 Below Landon Camp, Sec. 32, T12S, R1W To Up River 3/4 Mi, Sec. 31, T12S, R1W
1/4 Mi West Landon Camp, Sec. 31, T12S, R1W To Fossil Creek, Sec. 27, T12S, R2W
Elk Rv & Wf Madison Rv, Sec. 17, T12S, R1E To Dirty Creek, Sec. 11, T11S, R1W
Jackpine Rd & Wf Madison Rd, Sec. 4, T12S, R1E To Shakelford Homestead, Sec. 25, T1S, R1W
Dirty Ck To Elk River & Gravelly Range Road #290, Sec. 15 T11S R2W