Parsell
Key Takeaway
Parsell is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 82.7% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 150 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00539 |
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
ROBERT W PARCELL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Parsell?
Parsell 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 Parsell?
Parsell is owned by ROBERT W PARCELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Parsell built?
Parsell was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Parsell?
Parsell 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 Parsell?
Parsell has a dam height of 30 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.