Pawlowski Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Pawlowski Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Montana. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 44.5% in MT) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 779 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 291 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 61 acres |
| Drainage Area | 49 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | MT00974 |
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
WAYNE PAWLOWSKI INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pawlowski Reservoir?
Pawlowski Reservoir 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 Pawlowski Reservoir?
Pawlowski Reservoir is owned by WAYNE PAWLOWSKI INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pawlowski Reservoir built?
Pawlowski Reservoir was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Pawlowski Reservoir?
Pawlowski Reservoir 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 Pawlowski Reservoir?
Pawlowski Reservoir has a dam height of 20 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.