Berthelote
Key Takeaway
Berthelote is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 70.3% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 303 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00437 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
GREEN COULEE RANCH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Berthelote?
Berthelote is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Berthelote?
Berthelote is owned by GREEN COULEE RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Berthelote built?
Berthelote was completed in 1955, making it 71 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Berthelote?
Berthelote serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Berthelote?
Berthelote has a dam height of 25 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.