Summary
Built in 1956, the dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond. With a height of 8 feet and a length of 600 feet, Pacabo has a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet and is regulated by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC).
Despite its low hazard potential, Pacabo has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam has not been inspected recently, and there is no emergency action plan (EAP) in place. However, Pacabo meets state regulatory requirements and is subject to regular inspections, enforcement, and permitting by the DNRC. The dam's location in the Gallatin County, Montana, makes it a vital resource for water management and agricultural activities in the region.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Pacabo presents an interesting case study of a privately owned dam with multiple functions in a rural setting. Understanding the management and maintenance of dams like Pacabo is crucial for ensuring water safety, especially in the face of changing climate conditions. Further research and monitoring of Pacabo's condition and regulatory compliance will be essential to safeguarding its role in providing water resources for fire protection, stock, and fish pond purposes in the future.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
DARLINGTON DITCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Nid Storage |
70 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
8 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
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.
Pacabo